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Chhim Surname Meaning

Cambodian: written ឈឹម of Chinese origin but unexplained etymology.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Between 1984 and 2004, in the United States, Chhim life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2001, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Chhim in 1984 was 79, and 61 in 2004.

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