What does Sulayman mean and where does it come from?
Sulayman is an Arabic name and is the equivalent of Solomon in English. It means 'peaceful' or 'man of peace'. The name has strong historical and religious significance, being associated with King Solomon from the Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions. Sulayman is a popular name across many Arab
Cultural significance
Sulayman has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of peaceful.
Peak popularity
Reached #2738 in 2017 — currently #3104 in the US.
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Sulayman works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Sulayman Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Sulayman Rose
Floral · soft ending
Sulayman Mae
Sweet · timeless
Sulayman Claire
French influence · crisp
Sulayman Jane
Literary · strong
Sulayman Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Sulayman right now?
Rising fast — up 351 spots — currently #3104 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #3104 | 40 | ▲ up 351 · +18% births |
| 2022 | #3455 | 34 | ▼ down 291 · -11% births |
| 2021 | #3164 | 38 | ▲ up 507 · +31% births |
| 2020 | #3671 | 29 | ▲ up 687 · +26% births |
| 2015 | #4358 | 23 | ▲ up 255 · +10% births |
| 2010 | #4613 | 21 | ▲ up 354 · +24% births |
| 2005 | #4967 | 17 | ▲ up 1703 · +70% births |
| 2000 | #6670 | 10 | ▲ up 3104 · +100% births |
| 1995 | #9774 | 5 | — |
The story of Sulayman
Sulayman is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1989. With 534 total births recorded, Sulayman remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9774 in 1995 to #3104 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Sulayman in 2017:
Sulayman by decade
Sulayman peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →
| Decade | Births | |
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| 1980s | 5 | |
| 1990s | 55 | |
| 2000s | 180 | |
| 2010s ★ | 265 | |
| 2020s | 29 | |
💎Sulayman has only 534 total recorded births since 1989 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Sulayman?
Famous people named Sulayman
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Sulayman (Sufi mystic)
Sulayman used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.
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Sulayman (historical Arab ruler)
Sulayman held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.
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Sulayman (Sufi mystic)
Sulayman used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.
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Sulayman (Islamic scholar)
Sulayman bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.
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Common questions about the name Sulayman
What does the name Sulayman mean?
Sulayman means "peaceful" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Sulayman?
Sulayman is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Sulayman have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Sulayman?
Sulayman originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Sulayman?
Sulayman is a three-syllable name pronounced S AH1 L AY1 M AE1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Sulayman?
Sulayman pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Arabic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.