Bista

Bista is a surname of Nepali origin commonly found among Nepali-speaking communities in Nepal and the broader Himalayan region. It is associated with the Khas historical and social context and is most frequently found among Chhetri and some Bahun lineages, though surnames in Nepal are used across diverse groups. The name is used as a hereditary family name and may reflect ancestral clan identity or territorial origin within the hilly terrain of Nepal. In modern Nepal and among the Nepali diaspora, Bista is one of many surnames that carry social and cultural meaning without implying a single uniform caste or occupation.

Distribution and usage: Individuals bearing the surname Bista are recorded across Nepal’s provinces as well as in neighboring countries such as India (including the Darjeeling and Sikkim regions) and in overseas communities. The name appears in historical and contemporary records, including politics, business, education, and the arts.

Notable individuals: The surname has been borne by several public figures in Nepal and beyond, reflecting its long-standing presence in the Nepali-speaking world.

Etymology and variants: The precise origin of Bista is not definitively documented in widely available sources, and spellings may vary, including Bhista or Bista in some records.

See also: Bista (disambiguation).