Thongam
Thongam is a Meetei family which has Indian origin. People of this family mainly live in Manipur, India.[1][2]
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Thongam | |
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| Region of origin | Manipur, North East India |
| Language of origin | Meitei language (Manipuri language) |
| Popularity | Behind the Name |
| Wikipedia articles | All pages beginning with Thongam |
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 singing the Ahonglon (song for the God Sanamahi).[3][4][5]
References
- ↑ "Thongam surname".
- ↑ "Origin of Thongam surname".
- ↑ Manipur: Treaties & Documents. India: Mittal Publications, 1993. p. 7–11
- ↑ Manikchand Singh, konsam (2012). Loiyumpa Silyel The Ancient Constitution Of Manipur.
- ↑ "Historical evidence | Meeyamgi Ningtam Lanmee". 2022-02-25. Retrieved 2025-05-23.
