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Souleymane

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Souleymane Pronunciation

Souleymane is pronounced soo-lay-MAHN /ˌsu.leɪˈmɑn/Medium

Meaning: West African (Francophone) form of Suleiman/Solomon — from Hebrew Shlomo, 'peace' — the wise kingMedium

In 30 seconds: Peace and wisdom: Souleymane is the West African Solomon/Suleiman — 'peace'. Dignified, devout, and strong.

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Origin HighHebrew, Arabic

MeaningWest African (Francophone) form of Suleiman/Solomon — from Hebrew Shlomo, 'peace' — the wise king

U.S. rank (2024)#4531 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births23 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2007

Total births (all-time)≈ 427

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Souleymane is a West African Francophone form of Suleiman/Solomon — from Hebrew Shlomo, 'peace' (the wise king). A dignified, devout name across Senegal, Mali, and Guinea.

In the U.S. it appears in West African families. Rare, peace at the root, and dignified.

Did you know? Souleymane is the West African (French-spelled) form of Suleiman/Solomon — 'peace' (the wise king) — borne by footballers and leaders across the Sahel; dignified and strong.

Overall data confidence 80%

References — Souleymane — West African Suleiman

Variations

SuleimanSoulaymanSulayman

Nicknames

Souley

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Suleiman— the Arabic form

Sulayman— a fellow spelling

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Ousmane— another Sahel name

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How do you pronounce Souleymane?

Souleymane is pronounced soo-lay-MAHN (/ˌsu.leɪˈmɑn/). Press play above to hear Souleymane said aloud.

How do you say Souleymane?

Souleymane is said soo-lay-MAHN (/ˌsu.leɪˈmɑn/). Press play above to hear Souleymane said aloud.

What does the name Souleymane mean?

Souleymane is the West African Suleiman/Solomon — 'peace' (the wise king).

Is Souleymane a boy or girl name?

Souleymane is a boy's name.

How popular is Souleymane?

Souleymane is a rare name in the U.S.