Description:
The Chalamashetty surname is derived from the Tamil word 'chalam' which means 'a kind of flower.' The Chalamashettys are believed to be from the state of Tamil Nadu in southern India. The Chalamashettys are a Hindu caste and their customs include worshipping the Hindu god Vishnu. Some variations of the Chalamashetty surname include Chalamashetty Nair, Chalamashetty Pillai, Chalamashetty Koilpillai, and Chalamashetty Vair.
