Nkosi: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
King, a name of sovereign authority and regal bearing.
- Origin
- Zulu
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #9219
- Peak
- #2514 in 2001
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Nkosi Means
Nkosi is a boy name of Zulu origin. King, a name of sovereign authority and regal bearing.
How Popular Nkosi Is
Nkosi currently ranks #9219 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2514 in 2001. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Nkosi
- Nkosi is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- It carries royal connotations and regal history.
Names Like Nkosi
Other Zulu names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Nkosi
Zulu names that pair well as a brother or sister to Nkosi.
Questions About Nkosi
What does Nkosi mean?
Nkosi is a boy name of Zulu origin. King, a name of sovereign authority and regal bearing.
How popular is Nkosi?
Nkosi currently ranks #9219 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2514 in 2001. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Nkosi come from?
Nkosi comes from Zulu roots. Nkosi is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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