The surname Sapkota (Nepali: सापकोटा) is common in Nepal and is mainly found among people from the Brahmin and Chhetri communities. People with this surname have traditionally worked in various fields like farming, education, and government roles. The name is widely recognized in Nepal and among Nepali communities living abroad.
| Language(s) | Nepali |
|---|---|
| Origin | |
| Word/name | Gandaki, Lumbini, Bagmati Province |
| Other names | |
| Variant form(s) | Brahmin, Jaisi, Chhetri |
Notable people bearing the surname include:
- Agni Prasad Sapkota (born 1958), Nepalese politician
- Bhakta Bahadur Sapkota (born 1947), Nepalese long-distance runner
- Bidur Prasad Sapkota, Nepalese politician
- Janak Sapkota (born 1987), Nepalese haiku poet
- Mahananda Sapkota (1896–1977), Nepalese social worker, etymologist, linguist, and poet
- Arjun Sapkota (Born 1999), Nepalese folk singer, song-writer and musician
This page lists people with the surname Sapkota.
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