Rising since 1987, #1,585 for boys today.
Popularity of Sulaiman since 1972
Babies named Sulaiman per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 77 |
| 1980s | 95 |
| 1990s | 160 |
| 2000s | 252 |
| 2010s | 661 |
| 2020s | 627 |
Meaning & origin
Sulaiman has been in use in the United States since 1972, though its popularity has grown significantly in recent decades. In 2025, it ranks 1585 nationally, with a 1-in-15,963 birth rate, and reached its peak rank in 2023. The name has been on a rising trajectory since 1987, reflecting broader trends in Arabic and Islamic names gaining visibility. Occurrences are most concentrated in Minnesota, Virginia, and Michigan, states with sizable Muslim communities. Its strong religious and cultural resonance across the Islamic world has made Sulaiman a meaningful choice for many families, blending tradition with a distinctive yet accessible sound.
Sulaiman derives from the Arabic سليمان, which is the Quranic form of the Hebrew name Solomon (שְׁלֹמֹה, Shelomoh), rooted in shalom, 'peace.' In Islamic tradition, Sulaiman is a prophet and king, known for his wisdom and power over animals and jinn. The name has been widely used across the Muslim world for centuries.
Where Sulaiman is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Sulaiman” around the world
Where Sulaiman lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Suly, Sul, Manny
Sibling names for Sulaiman
Names that share Sulaiman's style, for a brother or sister.
