About Chhum
The surname Chhum is of Cambodian origin and is derived from the Khmer word "chum," which means "to gather" or "to collect." It is a relatively uncommon surname and is typically found among Cambodian families. The name may have originated from an ancestor who was known for gathering or collecting something, or it could have been given to someone who had a skill or occupation related to gathering or collecting.
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The surname Chhum is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Chhum based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Chhum is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Chhum in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Chhum using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.