Description:
CHOLINGAM is a Tamil surname that originates from the region of Cholamandalam in the state of Tamil Nadu in southern India. The name is derived from the Tamil word 'cholam' meaning 'a well' or 'a pool', and 'ingam' meaning 'a house'. The Cholingams are a Hindu caste who are traditionally agriculturalists. The Cholingams are also known as the Kulamulli or the Kulamulli Chettiyar. There are several variations of the Cholingam surname including Cholingam, Cholingam Pillai, Cholingam Naidu, and Cholingam Thangavelu.
