What Are People From Nepal Called?

Name: Nepal
Address: South Asia, Nepal

South Asia, Nepal

Nepal

People from Nepal are called:

People from Nepal are called Nepali.

Demonym:

Nepali

Pronunciation:

/nɪˈpɔːli/

About Nepal

Capital city: Kathmandu.
Home to eight of the world's ten highest mountains, including Mount Everest.
Federal democratic republic, formerly the world's only Hindu kingdom.
Birthplace of Buddha (Lumbini).
Known for Himalayan trekking, temples, and diverse cultures.

Quick Facts

Population:: 30,896,590 (2024 est.)
Country:: Nepal
Region:: South Asia

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Etymology & Origin

Possibly from Sanskrit 'Nepa', ancient name for the Kathmandu Valley. Also 'Nepalese'.

Nearby Places

Other places in the region and their demonyms

China

north of Nepal

People are called:

Chinese

India

south of Nepal

People are called:

Indian

Bhutan

east of Nepal

People are called:

Bhutanese

Quick Facts

Population:: 30,896,590 (2024 est.)
Country:: Nepal
Region:: South Asia

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