Sulemana
سُلَيْمَان
/ soo-leh-mah-nah /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇬🇭 Ghana
- Religion
- Islam
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Islamic
Meaning & Etymology
peaceful
peaceful
Etymology
Derived from Arabic Suleiman, meaning ‘man of peace’.
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Atlantic-Congo > Volta-Congo > Gur > Oti-Volta > Western Oti-Volta > Dagbani
Cultural context
Sulemana is a common name among Muslim communities in northern Ghana, reflecting Islamic influence.
Symbolism
Represents peace and tranquility, often associated with the Prophet Suleiman (Solomon).
Naming ceremony
The child is named on the seventh day after birth, with the Imam reciting verses from the Quran.
Religious reference
Quranic