Suleyman

Suleyman is a British surname with origins dating back to the Middle Ages. The name is derived from the Arabic name Sulaiman, which means "man of peace". The variant spelling "Suleyman" is common among individuals with Turkish or Middle Eastern ancestry who have settled in the United Kingdom.

The surname Suleyman is relatively rare in the UK, with most bearers found in urban centres with diverse populations such as London, Birmingham, and Manchester. Over the years, many individuals bearing the surname Suleyman have integrated into British society, contributing to various fields ranging from academia and business to the arts and politics.

As with many surnames of foreign origin, the pronunciation and spelling of Suleyman may vary depending on the individual or family's preference. Despite its relatively low frequency, the surname Suleyman serves as a testament to the multicultural heritage and diversity of the British population.

There are approximately 744 people named Suleyman in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,266th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Suleyman.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Ahmet
  • Ali
  • Aytan
  • Duane
  • Erol
  • Hasan
  • Ibrahim
  • Ismail
  • Mehmet
  • Mustafa
  • Osman
  • Suleyman
  • Yusuf

Female

  • Ayse
  • Charlotte
  • Emine
  • Hatice
  • Irfha
  • Julie
  • Leyla
  • Selma
  • Sibel
  • Tulay
  • Zehra

Similar and related surnames

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