Ningthoujam

Ningthoujam
Origin
Language(s)Meitei language (Manipuri language)
Place of originManipur, North East India
Other names
Alternative spellingNingthoucham
Short form(s)Ningthouja
Related pagesOinam family

Ningthoujam or Ningthoucham is a Meetei family which has Indian origin. People of this family mainly live in Manipur, India.[1][2]

History

According to the Loiyumpa Silyel Constitution, people of this family used to practice traditional Meitei religion (known as Sanamahism or Lainingthouism in modern times). They were responsible for worshipping Chinga Leima, a Meitei goddess. They were also known for worshipping Goddess Numit Leima.[3][4][5]

References

  1. ↑ "Ningthoujam surname". Archived from the original on 2021-05-24. Retrieved 2021-05-24.
  2. ↑ "Origin of Ningthoujam surname". Archived from the original on 2021-05-24. Retrieved 2021-05-24.
  3. ↑ Manipur: Treaties & Documents. India: Mittal Publications, 1993. p. 7–11
  4. ↑ Manikchand Singh, konsam (2012). Loiyumpa Silyel The Ancient Constitution Of Manipur.
  5. ↑ "Historical evidence | Meeyamgi Ningtam Lanmee". 2022-02-25. Retrieved 2025-05-23.