Mokone is a Sotho surname meaning “the brown one,” possibly referring to complexion.
Meaning & Origin:
From the Sotho word “mokone” (brown-colored), describing physical appearance or connection to the earth. Common in Lesotho and South Africa’s Free State.
Notable People:
Mangena Maake Mokone (founder of Ethiopian Church in South Africa).
History: The surname Mokone is common among the Sesotho-speaking peoples of Southern Africa. It signifies a connection to the Mokone lineage. Notable individuals with this surname include:
Meaning & Origin
Mokone is a Southern African surname, likely of Sesotho or Tswana origin, meaning “strong one” or “leader.”
History & Notable People
Notable people include Steve Mokone, the first black South African footballer to play professionally in Europe.
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