Sultan
In Arabic: سُلْطَان
It means a ruler with authority and influence wisely; it evokes strength paired with control.
معناه صاحب السُّلطة والنفوذ بالحِكمة، ويُستحضر منه معنى القوّة المقرونة بالضبط.
- Boy name
- Heritage
- Longer
- Strong sound
- Common
- Pan-Arab
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Called at home
سُلْطَان, come here sweetheart — dinner's ready.
As an adult
Professional intro
Pleased to meet you, I'm سُلْطَان.
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Questions parents ask
- What does the name Sultan mean?
- It means a ruler with authority and influence wisely; it evokes strength paired with control.
- Is Sultan a boy or a girl name?
- Sultan is a boy name.
- How is Sultan written in English?
- Sultan in Arabic: سُلْطَان.
- Does Sultan fit the father's name?
- Fit depends on the father or family name. Enter it in “Try the name now” on this page and we score the transition, length balance, and cadence.