The term "Khoikhoi" is a specific name used to refer to a group of indigenous people in southern Africa. However, there are several other terms that are often used synonymously with "Khoikhoi." Some of these include the Khoi, the Hottentots, and the Khoin. These names were given to these African tribes by European explorers and colonizers during the 17th and 18th centuries. While each of these names has its own unique history and connotations, they all refer to the same group of people who have been living in southern Africa for thousands of years. Today, the preferred name for this group is Khoi or Khoisan, which is a more inclusive and accurate term.