Sulaiman
Sulaiman is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Man of peace.
Origin and history
Sulaiman is an Arabic male name corresponding to the biblical Solomon. It is derived from the Semitic root meaning 'peace'. The name has seen growing usage in the United States in recent decades, particularly within Muslim communities.
Popularity in the United States
1,872 babies in the United States have been named Sulaiman since 1880. It ranks #2964 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1328.
States where it is most popular
- NY (24.6 %)
- CA (19 %)
- TX (16 %)
- IL (10.7 %)
- VA (9.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 77 |
| 1980-1990 | 95 |
| 1990-2000 | 160 |
| 2000-2010 | 252 |
| 2010-2019 | 661 |
| 2020-2029 | 627 |
Famous people named Sulaiman
- Sulaiman Al-Fahim: Businessman
Fun facts
- Sulaiman is the Arabic equivalent of the Hebrew name Solomon.
- The name was borne by prominent rulers, including Suleiman the Magnificent of the Ottoman Empire.