Sulaiman
Arabic · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Sulaiman
Sulaiman is the Arabic form of Solomon, derived from the Hebrew root meaning "man of peace" or from the Arabic verb "salima" (to be safe/peaceful).
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Etymology
Sulaiman is the Arabic form of Solomon, derived from the Hebrew root meaning "man of peace" or from the Arabic verb "salima" (to be safe/peaceful). The name is predominantly used in Muslim, Jewish, and Arab Christian communities, with historical prominence through the Quranic Prophet Sulaiman (Solomon) and various Islamic rulers and scholars throughout history.
Sulaiman currently ranks #1,597 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2023.
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