Name meaning
Suleyman
Boy's nameƏrəb mənşəliIn the Quran
Peace, lord of serenity.
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Name meaning and origin
The name Suleyman means “peace, tranquility” in Arabic. It comes from the Hebrew “Shelomo” and means “peace.” It appears in the Quran as the name of a prophet.
Suleyman (peace be upon him) was the ruler of the Children of Israel, a prophet endowed by God with great knowledge, judgment and dominion. Many verses of the Quran speak of his kingship and his ability to speak with the wind. The name is widespread throughout the Islamic world.
Name details
- Gender
- Boy's name
- Origin
- Ərəb mənşəli
- Letter count
- 8
- Appears in the Quran
- Yes
- Variants
- Süleyman, Suleiman, Sulaiman
- Pronunciation
- syl.ey.ˈman
Notable people with this name
Suleyman (PBUH)
The ruler of the Children of Israel, a prophet possessed of great knowledge and authority.
Frequently asked questions
The most asked questions about this name.
What is the meaning of the name Suleyman?
Suleyman: “possessor of peace and tranquility,” of Arabic origin.Is the name Suleyman mentioned in the Quran?
Yes, Suleyman (peace be upon him) appears many times in the Quran as the name of a prophet.Is Suleyman a boy name or a girl name?
Suleyman is a boy name.