Oinam (surname)

Oinam is a Meitei surname primarily found among the Meitei people of Manipur, India. It is a common surname within the Meitei community and, like many Meitei surnames, can be associated with specific clans or sagei. While precise historical etymology is often debated and difficult to ascertain definitively without extensive genealogical research on specific family lines, Meitei surnames often reflect ancestral occupations, geographical locations, or prominent figures within the clan's history. Individuals with the surname Oinam can be found in various professions and roles within Manipuri society and beyond. Further research into specific Oinam families would be required to determine their unique lineage and historical background.