About Sleeman
The surname Sleeman is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Sleman," which itself is a variant of the name "Slema." The name is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who was considered to be sly or cunning. It may also have been used to describe someone who was quick or agile. Over time, the surname Sleeman became established and passed down through generations, eventually becoming a hereditary family name.
The surname Sleeman is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Sleeman based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Sleeman in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Sleeman using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.