Sulema Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Sulema is an Arabic name meaning 'peaceful' or 'safe', derived from the name Salimah. It has evolved through several historical forms, maintaining its essence of tranquility. The name is not associated with biblical texts but has gained popularity in various cultures, especially among Muslim communities. Today, Sulema is perceived as a unique and elegant name, and it has notable figures associated with it.
The name Sulema is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Sulema has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Sulema' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4146th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2454th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2386th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3164th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3558th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5254th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11981st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sulema' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sulema"
Pronunciation
/suˈleɪ.mə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Sulema is derived from the Arabic name 'Salimah', which means 'peaceful' or 'safe'. The name is often associated with qualities of tranquility and well-being.
Meaning
peaceful, safe
Language Evolution
Salima, Salimah, Sulema
Historical Usage
The name Sulema has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Muslim communities, due to its positive meaning and phonetic appeal.
Variants & Derivatives
Salima, Suleiman, Suleyma
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Sulema is viewed as a unique and elegant name, appreciated for its cultural richness and positive connotations.
Famous People
Sulema Al-Mansoori, a notable figure in Middle Eastern literature, Sulema Khan, a recognized activist in women's rights
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sulema"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Sulema"
"Sulema" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4146th of 9107 | 86 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2454th of 9204 | 231 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2386th of 12526 | 419 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3164th of 19264 | 348 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3558th of 27321 | 443 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5254th of 35406 | 388 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11981st of 30306 | 87 |
Regional Popularity of "Sulema" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Sulema" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
52.24% 1236th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
39.57% 931st/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
35.30% 1007th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
39.48% 1389th/3518 |
49.51% 2002nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
40.22% 2089th/5194 |
28.91% 1826th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- |
52.32% 3826th/7313 |
36.23% 2704th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
94.39% 5924th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sulema"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sulema" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.