Next of kin means a person's nearest relative. Kin = family.
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The next of kin is usually a child and not a sister. For example, if a mother passes away, the next of kin would be her husband and then her children.
Yes. If there is no surviving spouse, the next of kin are the children (equally and together). If there are no children then the next of kin is determined by the laws in the jurisdiction. Next of kin for legal purposes is set forth in the laws of intestacy.
Generally speaking, if the patient has children (or a spouse and children), they are the legal next of kin. If no children (and no spouse), the parents are the next of kin.
In most states the spouse is the presumptive nearest relative (i.e. next of kin).
"Noble kin" would mean relatives who are members of the nobility.