Description:
CHAMALIMA is a Sri Lankan surname. The name may originate from the Tamil word 'chamal' meaning 'to wash' or 'to clean'. Alternatively, it may be derived from the Sinhalese word 'chamara' meaning 'a cloth or a piece of cloth'. The surname may also be derived from the Tamil word 'chamar' meaning 'a pearl'. The Chamelima surname may be found in Sri Lanka, India, and the United States. The Sri Lankan Chamelima surname is most prevalent in the north and central regions of the country. The Indian Chamelima surname is most prevalent in the Tamil-speaking regions of India. The American Chamelima surname is most prevalent in the state of Florida.
