Nkosi

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Nkosi has a few different meanings depending on the interpretation. It can mean "ruler," "lord," or "king." It can also mean "God" or "divine." Overall, it is a strong name that signifies power and leadership.
Pronunciation
The name Nkosi is pronounced "en-KOH-see."
en-KOH-see(Xhosa)
in-KOH-see(Xhosa)
nuh-KOH-see(Xhosa)
əng-KAW-si(Xhosa)
Popularity
Nkosi is not a very common name outside of Africa. It is not currently ranked in the top 1000 names in the United States or the United Kingdom.

cartoon of the name Nkosi
Cartoon of Nkosi

Nkosi Name meanings & History

Nkosi is a name of African origin. It is specifically of Zulu and Xhosa origin. The name Nkosi has a few different meanings depending on the interpretation. It can mean "ruler," "lord," or "king." It can also mean "God" or "divine." Overall, it is a strong name that signifies power and leadership. Means "chief, king, lord" in Xhosa. Nkosi is a popular name in South Africa and other African countries. It is often used as a first name, but can also be used as a surname or a title.

Zodiac Sign of Nkosi: Neat Virgo

Synonyms of Nkosi:

N: Nitpicking,Neurosis,Neat,Nice,Nervous,Nutrition,Nagging

K: Karate,Kind,Karma,Kundalini

O: Obsolete,Organized,Ostentatious,Obstinate,Obsessive

S: Solidity,Status,Security,Success,Sensuality,Social Standing,Sex

I: Indulgence,Intimate,Involved

Nkosi is:

  • a Complex name
  • a Informal name
  • a Urban name

Famous People

There are several notable people with the name Nkosi, including Nkosi Johnson, a South African child activist and the first child to speak publicly about living with AIDS. Another famous Nkosi is Nkosi Sikelel' iAfrika, the title of the South African national anthem that translates to "God Bless Africa."

2.) Nkosi (Male)

Usage: Egyptian

Meanings: (Egyptian) rule.


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