Meaning: Chief; king; lord
The story
Nkosi is used in Zulu and Xhosa, with senses including chief, king and lord. Context determines whether the title is social or religious.
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Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
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Origins
Nkosi comes from Zulu and Xhosa.
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