Sulema
soo-LAY-mah
Sulema is a girl’s name of Spanish origin, meaning “Sulema is a name of uncertain origin, possibly a Spanish variant of Salome, a Hebrew name meaning 'peace'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1996.
What Sulema Means
“Sulema is a name of uncertain origin, possibly a Spanish variant of Salome, a Hebrew name meaning 'peace'.”
The Story of Sulema
A whisper of peace from across the sea, this name carries a gentle legacy, now finding its way to your child.
Sulema is a name of beautiful, if uncertain, origin, possibly a melodic Spanish variant of the Hebrew Salome, meaning 'peace.' Its presence in records dates back to the early 20th century, suggesting a gentle journey from older linguistic roots into the modern ear.
Saying 'Sulema' feels like unfolding a soft cloth, a moment of quiet calm. When you picture writing this name on a birth certificate, you feel a sense of serenity washing over you. It’s a name that suggests a gentle spirit, a kind heart, and a profound capacity for peace, qualities you hope will be central to your daughter's nature.
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Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#72 in 1996
Total Births
2,002
First Recorded
1916
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