Find out how popular the last name Chapagain is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Chapagain.

Chapagain, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Chapagain surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Chapagain in America

Chapagain is the 133863rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Chapagain surname appeared 126 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Chapagain.

The history of the last name Chapagain

The surname Chapagain has its origins in Nepal, dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the ancient Nepalese language of Newari, and is thought to be linked to the name of a specific location or region within the Kathmandu Valley.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the Chapagain name can be found in a manuscript from the 14th century, detailing the history of a prominent Newar family in the region. This document includes references to various individuals bearing the Chapagain surname, suggesting that the name had already been established and in use for some time.

In the 16th century, the Chapagain surname appears in several historical records related to land ownership and taxation within the Kathmandu Valley. These records indicate that members of the Chapagain family held significant positions of influence and wealth during this period.

Notable individuals with the Chapagain surname throughout history include Siddhidas Chapagain (1550-1618), a renowned scholar and poet who made significant contributions to the development of Newari literature. Another prominent figure was Jagat Prasad Chapagain (1685-1754), a skilled architect and engineer who oversaw the construction of several important temples and structures in the Kathmandu Valley.

In the 18th century, Keshav Chapagain (1720-1795) was a respected military leader who played a crucial role in defending Nepal against invasions from neighboring territories. His bravery and strategic insights earned him a place in the annals of Nepalese history.

The 19th century saw the rise of Jagat Bandhu Chapagain (1830-1905), a pioneering educator who established several schools and advocated for the modernization of Nepal's education system. His efforts were instrumental in shaping the country's intellectual and cultural landscape.

As the Chapagain surname spread beyond its original homeland, individuals with this name have made notable contributions in various fields across the globe. For example, in the 20th century, Shyam Prasad Chapagain (1920-1998) was a renowned Nepalese artist whose paintings captured the essence of Nepalese culture and traditions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Chapagain

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Chapagain.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Chapagain was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Chapagain was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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