Sulemana
Sulemana is a Muslim boy name meaning “Form of Sulayman (Solomon), a Prophet”.
| Meaning | Form of Sulayman (Solomon), a Prophet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Ghanaian form of Arabic Sulayman |
| Arabic spelling | سليمان |
| Pronunciation | soo-leh-MAH-nah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sulemana
Sulemana is the northern Ghanaian form of Sulaymān, the Prophet-king Solomon, son of Dāwūd, who was granted wisdom and command over the wind and the jinn. A final -a is added, as in many Dagbani names. It corresponds to Souleymane in Senegal and Mali and Sulaiman in Nigeria.
Is Sulemana a Muslim name?
Yes. Sulemana is a Muslim name, the Ghanaian form of the Prophet Sulaymān (Solomon).
Is Sulemana in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And Sulayman inherited Dawud' (Quran 27:16).
Where is the name Sulemana used?
Common in northern Ghana.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sulemana mean?
Sulemana means 'Form of Sulayman (Solomon), a Prophet'. It comes from Ghanaian form of Arabic Sulayman.
Is Sulemana a Muslim name?
Yes. Sulemana is a Muslim name, the Ghanaian form of the Prophet Sulaymān (Solomon).
How do you write Sulemana in Arabic?
Sulemana is written سليمان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sulemana?
Sulemana is pronounced soo-leh-MAH-nah.
Is Sulemana mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And Sulayman inherited Dawud' (Quran 27:16).