kapasi

Kapasi is a surname of Indian origin. It is most commonly found among Gujarati-speaking communities in western India and among the broader South Asian diaspora. The exact etymology and historical meaning of the surname are not clearly documented in widely accessible English-language sources, and as such, it is treated as a family name rather than a title or generic term. Spelling and transliteration vary depending on the script used; Kapasi may appear with slight variations in documents written in Gujarati, Hindi, Marathi, or English, reflecting transitions between scripts and phonology.

In terms of distribution, Kapasi bearers are found across India, particularly in states such as Gujarat and Maharashtra, and in overseas communities. Global migration for education, employment, and business has resulted in a presence of the surname in North America, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.

Cultural and social aspects associated with the surname are typical of Indian surnames, with bearers adhering to diverse religious and cultural practices. As with many surnames, individuals with the Kapasi surname may have diverse genealogical roots and family histories, and the name cannot be tied to a single lineage or origin without genealogical research.