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Suliman

♂ Boy

Pronounced soo-lee-MAHN /ˌsu.liˈmɑn/Medium

Meaning: Spelling of Suleiman/Sulayman — the Arabic Solomon, from Hebrew Shlomo, 'peace' — the wise prophet-kingMedium

In 30 seconds: Wise and peaceful: Suliman is the Arabic Solomon — 'man of peace', the prophet-king of wisdom. Dignified, devout, and strong.
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Origin HighHebrew, Arabic
MeaningSpelling of Suleiman/Sulayman — the Arabic Solomon, from Hebrew Shlomo, 'peace' — the wise prophet-king
U.S. rank (2025)#7614 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births11 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 286

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202419792025

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

Suliman is a spelling of Suleiman/Sulayman — the Arabic form of Solomon, from Hebrew Shlomo, 'peace' (the wise prophet-king). A dignified, devout name across the Muslim world (Suleiman the Magnificent).

In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, man-of-peace at the root, and dignified.

Did you know? Sulayman (Solomon), 'man of peace', is a revered prophet-king in Islam, famed for wisdom and command over jinn — Suliman is a soft spelling (Suleiman the Magnificent too).
Overall data confidence 80%
Behind the Name — Suleiman — etymology

Variations

SuleimanSulaymanSoliman

Nicknames

Suli

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If you like Suliman…

Suleiman— a fellow spelling
Sulayman— a companion spelling
Souleymane— the West African form
Ibrahim— another prophet's name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Suliman mean?

Suliman is the Arabic Solomon — 'man of peace' (the wise prophet-king).

How do you pronounce Suliman?

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

Is Suliman a boy or girl name?

Suliman is a boy's name.

How popular is Suliman?

Suliman is a rare name in the U.S.

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