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Nepali Last Names and Surnames

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Last names

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Newar

Chitrakar is a Nepali last name found among Newar communities. Some families connect this name with Pum lineages. Spellings and traditions may vary by place and family.

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Dalit

Chunanra is a Nepali last name found among Dalit communities. Some families connect this name with Bishwokarma lineages. Spellings and traditions may vary by place and family.

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Newar-Dalit

Chyame is a Nepali last name found among Newar-Dalit communities. Some families connect this name with Chyame lineages. Spellings and traditions may vary by place and family.

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Newar-Dalit

Chyamkhal is a Nepali last name found among Newar-Dalit communities. Some families connect this name with Chyame lineages. Spellings and traditions may vary by place and family.

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Tamang

Chyawa is a Nepali last name found among Tamang communities. Spellings and traditions may vary by place and family.

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