Salam (surname)

Salam is a Meetei family which has Indian origin. People of this family mainly live in Manipur, India.[1][2]

Salam
Family Name

Region of originManipur, North East India
Language of originMeitei language (Manipuri language)
PopularityBehind the Name 
Wikipedia articlesAll pages beginning with Salam

History

According to the Loiyumpa Silyel Constitution, people of this family often had Tampak Maiba or people's priesthood (of traditional Meitei religion). They were responsible for responsible for idolizing the Langmaiching (Nongmaijing mountain) and acting the role of Tangkhul Sharam Pakhangba (Nongpokningthou-king of the east).[3][4][5]

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References

  1. "Salam surname".
  2. "Origin of Salam surname".
  3. Manipur: Treaties & Documents. India: Mittal Publications, 1993. p. 7–11
  4. Manikchand Singh, konsam (2012). Loiyumpa Silyel The Ancient Constitution Of Manipur.
  5. "Historical evidence | Meeyamgi Ningtam Lanmee". 2022-02-25. Retrieved 2025-05-23.