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Souleymane

♂ Boy

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 (2025)#5020 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births20 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2007
Total births (all-time)≈ 447

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200719952025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

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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If you like Souleymane…

Suleiman— the Arabic form
Sulayman— a fellow spelling
Ibrahima— a companion West African name
Ousmane— another Sahel name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Souleymane mean?

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

How do you pronounce Souleymane?

It's said soo-lay-MAHN /ˌsu.leɪˈmɑn/ — three syllables, stress on the last.

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.

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