Rising since 1989, #2,284 for boys today.
Popularity of Sulayman since 1989
Babies named Sulayman per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 55 |
| 2000s | 180 |
| 2010s | 265 |
| 2020s | 238 |
Meaning & origin
Sulayman, the Arabic form of Solomon, has been rising steadily in the United States since it first appeared on record in 1989, reached its peak rank of 2284 in 2025, and is given to roughly 1 in 28001 boys. The name is most popular in Illinois, North Carolina, and New York, reflecting communities with significant Muslim populations. Its enduring appeal lies in its strong prophetic heritage and the universal meaning of peace.
Sulayman is the Arabic form of Solomon, derived from the Hebrew root shalom ('peace'). It is the name of a prophet in Islam, corresponding to King Solomon in the Judeo-Christian tradition. The name has been used across the Muslim world for centuries, often for boys born into families with deep religious ties.
Where Sulayman is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Sulayman” around the world
Where Sulayman lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
60
babies in 2024
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Quebec
6
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sule, Manny
Sibling names for Sulayman
Names that share Sulayman's style, for a brother or sister.
