Find out how popular the last name Suliman is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Suliman.

Suliman, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Suliman surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Suliman in America

Suliman is the 29502nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Suliman surname appeared 800 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Suliman.

We can also compare 2010 data for Suliman to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Suliman

The surname Suliman has its roots in the Arabic language and is believed to have originated in the Middle East, particularly in regions such as the Arabian Peninsula and North Africa. The name is derived from the Arabic word "Sulaiman," which translates to "Solomon" or "the man of peace."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Suliman can be traced back to the 7th century, when it was mentioned in ancient Arabic manuscripts and historical texts. It is believed that the name gained prominence during the time of the Islamic Golden Age, a period of significant cultural, scientific, and intellectual advancements in the Islamic world.

In medieval times, the surname Suliman was often associated with individuals from prominent families or those who held positions of authority and influence within the Islamic empires. Historical records indicate that several notable figures bore this surname, including Suliman al-Kindi (801-873), a renowned Arab philosopher, mathematician, and scientist who made significant contributions to the fields of optics and medicine.

Another prominent figure with the surname Suliman was Suliman al-Farisi (c. 1154-1201), a renowned Persian mathematician and astronomer. He is credited with developing innovative methods for calculating the positions of celestial bodies and writing influential treatises on astronomy and mathematics.

In the 13th century, a notable scholar and jurist named Suliman al-Bukhari (1212-1292) gained recognition for his expertise in Islamic law and jurisprudence. His works on legal interpretations and rulings were widely studied and referenced by scholars and legal experts of his time.

Moving forward in history, the 16th century saw the rise of Suliman the Magnificent (1494-1566), the longest-reigning Sultan of the Ottoman Empire. He was a powerful ruler known for his military conquests, administrative reforms, and patronage of arts and architecture, leaving a lasting legacy in the region.

Another figure of note was Suliman Pasha (1838-1892), an Ottoman statesman and diplomat who served as the Grand Vizier (Prime Minister) of the Ottoman Empire in the late 19th century. He played a significant role in the modernization efforts of the empire and was instrumental in implementing various reforms.

While the surname Suliman has its roots in the Middle East, it has since spread to various parts of the world due to migration and cultural exchanges. The name has also undergone variations in spelling and pronunciation, such as Soliman, Suleiman, or Sulaiman, reflecting the linguistic and cultural influences of different regions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Suliman

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Suliman.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Suliman was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Suliman has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Suliman was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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