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The baby name Süleyman is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced IPA: /sy.lejˈman/; English approximation: 'sue-LAY-mahn' (Turkish approx. 'SÜ-ley-man').

Süleyman is Turkish in Origin.

Gender: Male
Syllables: 3.0
Origin: Turkish
Pronunciation: IPA: /sy.lejˈman/; English approximation: 'sue-LAY-mahn' (Turkish approx. 'SÜ-ley-man')

What is the meaning of the name Süleyman ?

The baby name Süleyman is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced IPA: /sy.lejˈman/; English approximation: 'sue-LAY-mahn' (Turkish approx. 'SÜ-ley-man').

Süleyman is Turkish in Origin.

Süleyman is the Turkish form of a Semitic classic, via Arabic Sulaymān from Hebrew Shelomo/Shlomo, rooted in shalom meaning “peace, wholeness.” It thus carries senses like “peaceful one” or “man of peace.” Common variants include Solomon (English), Salomon (French/German/Scandinavian), Shlomo (Hebrew), Sulayman/Sulaiman (Arabic), Soleyman (Persian), Sulejman (Bosnian/Albanian), Soliman (older European), and the undiacritized Turkish Suleyman. Colloquial Turkish nicknames include Sülo and Süle.

Across traditions the name evokes kingship and wisdom: Solomon, the son of David, and in Islam the prophet-king Sulaymān, famed for justice, knowledge, and command over the winds and creatures. In the Ottoman world it reached imperial resonance through Kanuni Sultan Süleyman (“the Lawgiver,” 16th century), cementing lasting popularity in Turkey and the Balkans. Today it remains familiar from Anatolia to Central Asia and among diasporas, often chosen for its dignified, peaceful aura.

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Famous people with the name Süleyman

Süleyman Demirel Politician · Born 1924 · İslamköy Süleyman Demirel was a prominent Turkish politician who served as the Prime Minister of Turkey seven times and later as the country's President. He played a significant role in shaping Turkey's political landscape during the latter half of the 20th century. Born in 1924 in İslamköy, Demirel's career spanned several decades, marked by his influence in both domestic and international politics. Süleyman Çelebi Royal · Born 1377 · Ottoman Empire Süleyman Çelebi was a prominent figure in the Ottoman Empire, best known for his religious and literary contributions. He is most famous for composing the 'Mevlid-i Şerif', a celebrated poem that praises the Prophet Muhammad. Born in 1377, his work continues to be recited in religious ceremonies today.

Süleyman – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
TM Boys 0 #34 3 614
TR 0 #38 54,304 19,440
AZ 0 #41 3 706
MT 0 #43 1 1,767
GE 0 #44 1 997
LU 0 #66 1 2,830
KZ 0 #94 1 1,452
GE Boys 0 #109 2 2,055
HU 0 #115 1 1,675
AZ Boys 0 #117 14 1,400
OM 0 #120 2 6,215
RS Boys 0 #154 1 2,277
HU Boys 0 #173 2 3,954
Sweden Boys 2021 #182 2 1,578
AE 0 #186 2 10,220
BG Boys 0 #186 34 3,850
Austria 0 #200 14 850
DK 0 #204 3 5,198
GR Girls 0 #249 1 6,293
GR Boys 0 #267 7 6,912
AF Boys 0 #272 3 3,535
SA 0 #284 12 10,560
KZ Boys 0 #291 6 6,578
JP Boys 0 #297 7 7,909
Austria Boys 0 #301 145 2,180
DK Boys 0 #302 24 7,401
AL Boys 0 #303 1 5,122
PL Boys 0 #337 4 6,459
France Boys 2021 #376 12 2,865
Germany Boys 0 #386 834 5,697
JO Boys 0 #386 4 7,057
YE 0 #398 1 8,639
Germany 0 #400 38 2,542
SD Boys 0 #460 7 10,523
RU Boys 0 #483 23 12,621
GT Boys 0 #499 1 7,625
CR Boys 0 #509 2 10,188
LY 0 #522 14 12,703
RU Girls 0 #523 1 11,913
BH 0 #541 13 17,937
PS Boys 0 #556 6 10,655
IR Boys 0 #562 4 10,162
CM Boys 0 #575 1 12,054
IQ Boys 0 #603 65 13,071
IL Boys 0 #625 1 10,983
Finland Boys 2026 #670 13 3,552
LB 0 #690 1 13,263
SG Boys 0 #739 1 17,960
SY 0 #763 5 11,684
OM Boys 0 #858 24 17,948
TN 0 #864 2 13,765
EG Boys 0 #875 12 15,035
NL Boys 0 #878 74 5,873
DZ 0 #973 204 20,130
NG Boys 0 #1,001 1 16,906
SA Girls 0 #1,014 1 25,931
AE Boys 0 #1,140 4 22,615
SA Boys 0 #1,362 253 28,008
IT Boys 0 #1,450 22 10,046

Süleyman is popular in 46 countries — most recent births per country:

France
Sweden
AE
AF
AL

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People also ask about Süleyman

Süleyman is predominantly a boy's name.
Süleyman is a 3 syllable name, pronounced IPA: /sy.lejˈman/; English approximation: 'sue-LAY-mahn' (Turkish approx. 'SÜ-ley-man').
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Suleiman, Suleyman, Sulayman, Sulaiman and Süleymān.
Across languages, Süleyman has these equivalents: Solomon (English), Shlomo (Hebrew), Suleiman/Sulayman (Arabic), Salomón (Spanish).
Yes — Süleyman ranked #182 in Sweden in 2021, and appears in official birth registries across 3 countries.
Süleyman ranks highest in Sweden (#182 in 2021).
Süleyman's popularity is rising significantly. It moved from #413 in 2011 to #376 in 2021 in France.
Yes — 2 notable people named Süleyman are in our database, including Süleyman Demirel (Politician), Süleyman Çelebi (Royal).