Historical FigureOttoman1494 – 1566
Sulayman the Magnificent
Ottoman Sultan, expanded empire to greatest extent
Biography
Tenth and longest-reigning Sultan of the Ottoman Empire (1520-1566). He expanded the empire to its greatest territorial extent and is regarded as the greatest Ottoman sultan.
Quick Facts
Category
Historical Figure
Nationality
Ottoman
Born
1494
Died
1566
Thinking about the name
Sulayman
Arabic origin
“The Arabic name meaning 'peaceful' or 'man of peace,' Sulayman is the Islamic form of Solomon, the wise biblical king revered across Jewish, Christian, and Muslim traditions. This spelling represents a bridge between classical Islamic naming and modern usage, maintaining cultural authenticity while remaining accessible in diverse contexts.”