Suleyman
Meaning of Suleyman
The name Suleyman is a distinguished male name of Turkish origin, pronounced as soo-LAY-mahn (/suːˈleɪ.mɑn/). It is closely related to the names Solomon and Suleiman, which are found in various cultures and languages. Suleyman carries deep historical and cultural significance, often associated with wisdom and leadership due to its connection to the biblical King Solomon, renowned for his wisdom. In Turkish history, it is notably linked to Suleiman the Magnificent, one of the most prominent sultans of the Ottoman Empire. Despite its rich heritage, the name remains relatively uncommon in the United States, with occurrences fluctuating modestly over recent years. For instance, in 2023 there were 21 newborns named Suleyman, ranking at 4714th place. The name's unique blend of historical gravitas and melodic pronunciation makes it an appealing choice for parents seeking a name with depth and distinction.
Pronunciation
Turkish
- Pronunced as soo-LAY-mahn (/suːˈleɪ.mɑn/)
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Notable People Named Suleyman
| Suleyman Abusaidovich Kerimov is a Russia-based billionaire, oligarch, and politician of Lezgian origin with close ties to Vladimir Putin's government and Ramzan Kadyrov. |
| Suleyman Sani Akhundov - Suleyman Sani Rzagulu bey oghlu Akhundov, also known as Sani Akhundov, was a prominent Azerbaijani playwright, journalist, author, and teacher who adopted the name Sani to distinguish himself from his namesake, Mirza Fatali Akhundov. |
| Süleyman Demirel - Sami Süleyman Gündoğdu Demirel was a prominent Turkish politician and statesman who served as the 9th President of Turkey and held the position of Prime Minister seven times. |
| Süleyman Soylu is a prominent Turkish politician who has held various ministerial positions and served as the deputy chairman of the Justice and Development Party. |
| Süleyman Seba was a prominent Turkish football player and the longest-serving Chairman of Beşiktaş J.K., as well as an intelligence officer for Turkey's National Intelligence Organization. |
| Süleyman Çelebi, an Islamic mystic and author, was the imam of the Grand Mosque of Bursa during the Ottoman Empire and is best known for his work "Wasilat al-Najat," also called Mevlidi Sherif, a Turkish mawlid on the birth of the Islamic prophet Muhammad. |
| Süleyman Yağcıoğlu is a Turkish politician who led the Alternative Party and served as a Member of Parliament for Samsun from the Motherland Party. |
| Süleyman Sabri Pasha was a prominent officer in the Ottoman and Turkish armies. |
