Suleiman
Suleiman is a Muslim boy name meaning “Solomon; the Prophet Sulaymān”.
| Meaning | Solomon; the Prophet Sulaymān |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Hebrew via Arabic) |
| Arabic spelling | سليمان |
| Pronunciation | soo-lay-MAHN |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Suleiman
Suleiman is a widely used spelling of Sulaymān, the Prophet Solomon, son of Dāwūd, who was given rule over men, jinn and the winds and understood the speech of birds. It is related to the word for peace. Famous bearers include the Ottoman sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, and in Nigeria it is shared by Hausa, Yoruba and Kanuri Muslims.
Is Suleiman a Muslim name?
Yes. Suleiman is the name of the Prophet Sulaymān, who is mentioned many times in the Quran.
Is Suleiman in the Quran?
'And Sulaymān inherited Dāwūd' (Quran 27:16).
Where is the name Suleiman used?
Used throughout the Muslim world; in Nigeria Suleiman is the usual northern spelling and Sulaimon the Yoruba one.
Gifts with the name Suleiman
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Spellings and variants of Suleiman
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Suleiman mean?
Suleiman means 'Solomon; the Prophet Sulaymān'. It comes from Arabic (Hebrew via Arabic).
Is Suleiman a Muslim name?
Yes. Suleiman is the name of the Prophet Sulaymān, who is mentioned many times in the Quran.
How do you write Suleiman in Arabic?
Suleiman is written سليمان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Suleiman?
Suleiman is pronounced soo-lay-MAHN.
Is Suleiman mentioned in the Quran?
'And Sulaymān inherited Dāwūd' (Quran 27:16).