Description:
The name Cham is of Iranian origin and is derived from the word cham, meaning “a flock of sheep.” The name may have originated in the mountainous regions of Iran or in the region of Turkmenistan. The Cham people are a Turkic people who reside in the Central Asian Republic of Kazakhstan and the Russian Federation. The Cham people are Sunni Muslims and their culture is centered around agriculture. The Cham people are known for their ornate clothing and their distinctive dialect. There are several variations of the Cham name, including Chaman, Chamkan, Chamukh, and Chamix.
