mhape
Mhape is a proper noun used primarily as a surname in Southern Africa and among related diaspora communities. It may also function as a given-name element in some naming traditions. The precise origin and meaning of Mhape are not uniformly documented; onomastic sources generally regard it as of Bantu-language origin, with regional variants in spelling and pronunciation such as Mhape, Mhaphe, or Hape, depending on transliteration and local orthography.
Geographic distribution: The surname Mhape is reported in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and neighboring countries, with presence
Cultural and social aspects: As with many African surnames, Mhape can signal ethnic or regional affiliations
Variants and related forms: Variant spellings arise from differences in orthography and transliteration, including Hape and
See also: Related surnames and naming practices in southern Africa.
References: This article provides a general onomastic overview and does not cite specific sources; further research