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Cha

車 — Cart, Vehicle

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Origin & History

The Cha surname is associated with the Yeonan Cha clan. The character 車 means cart or vehicle, reflecting ancient transportation heritage. Cha families are one of the less numerous but historically significant clans, with roots in the Goryeo Dynasty.