History:
The Hanmappa surname is believed to have originated in the Indian state of Karnataka.
The Hanmappa surname is believed to have been used by members of the Banajiga community, a sub-group of the Lingayats, who migrated to Karnataka from the northern parts of India.
Description:
The Hanmappa surname is associated with the Lingayat community of India. The Lingayats are a Hindu denomination who follow the teachings of the 12th-century philosopher Basaveshwara.
The Lingayat community is known for its distinctive customs and rituals. They are known to practice vegetarianism, abstain from alcohol and tobacco, and observe rituals such as the annual ‘mahamastakabhisheka’, a ritual where devotees gather to bathe the statue of Basaveshwara with milk and water.
The Hanmappa surname may also be spelled as Hanamappa, Hanumappa, Hanamapu, Hanumpu, Hanumpa, and Hanumapu.
