What is cha?

Cha is a common Chinese surname that is often written as 跷 in Chinese characters. It can also be spelled as Chia or Tsai in other romanization systems. The surname Cha is believed to have originated from the ancient state of Chu during the Zhou Dynasty in China.

Famous individuals with the surname Cha include:

• Chauncey Cha Wu, a Taiwanese-American attorney and politician
• Cha Cha, a South Korean singer and actress
• Timothy Cha, a South Korean professional golfer

The pronunciation and meaning of the surname Cha can vary depending on the specific Chinese characters used to write it. In general, it is a relatively common surname in China, Taiwan, and other Chinese-speaking regions.