Nicki Minaj Height, Weight, Age, Body Statistics

Nicki Minaj is a rapper, singer, songwriter, actress, and model and is one of the world’s best-selling music artists, selling over 30 million singles as a lead artist, 60 million+ singles as a featured artist, and over 5 million albums worldwide. Just not for music, Minaj is also popular for her colorful costumes and wigs. She was even called the black Lady Gaga which she initially refuted, but later acknowledged that she is inspired by Lil’ Kim & Gaga’s creativity.

Nicki’s rapping is different from others in terms of its fast flow and frequent use of British cockney and alter egos. Minaj has been referred as one of the most influential female rap artists of all time and has often been called the “Queen of Rap” by the media.

Born Name

Onika Tanya Maraj

Nick Name

Nicki Lewinski, The Harajuku Barbie, Nicki The Ninja, Nicki The Harajuku Barbie

Sun Sign

Sagittarius

Born Place

Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago

Nationality

Trinidadian-American

Education

Elizabeth Blackwell Middle School 210, then LaGuardia High School, where she learned singing.

Occupation

Rapper, actress, singer-songwriter, model

Manager

Nicki Minaj is signed to these agencies –

• Category 5 Entertainment, Inc.
• The Blueprint Group

Family

• Father – Robert Maraj (financial executive and occasional gospel singer, died in February 2021 after being struck by a car in Mineola, New York)
• Mother – Carol Maraj
• Siblings – Brandon Lamar (brother), Micaiah Maraj (brother), Jelani Maraj (brother), Ming Maraj (sister)
• Spouse – Kenneth Petty (married October 21, 2019)
• Child – A son nicknamed “Papa Bear,” born September 30, 2020

Genre

Hip-hop, R&B, pop, pop rap

Instruments

Vocals

Labels

Young Money, Cash Money, Republic Records, Heavy On It (her own imprint, launched in 2022)

Net Worth

As of 2025, $150 million per CelebrityNetWorth.com, largely from touring — the Pink Friday 2 World Tour pulled in more than $100 million across 2024.

Build

Voluptuous

Height

5 ft 2 in or 157 cm

At 5 ft 2 in, Nicki Minaj is about two inches shorter than the average American woman (5 ft 4 in), roughly the same height as rival Cardi B (5 ft 3 in), and a full two inches taller than Ariana Grande (5 ft 0 in) — though her signature platform heels make her look closer to 5 ft 8 in on stage.

Weight

63 kg or 139 pounds

Boyfriend / Spouse

Nicki Minaj dated –

1. Safaree Samuels (March 2000-2014) – They met in the band Hood$tars and dated on and off from 2000, engaged in 2011, and parted ways in 2014.
2. Aubrey Graham (2010-2011) – RUMOR
3. Lil’ Wayne (2011) – RUMOR
4. Meek Mill (2015-2016) – Dating from early 2015, believed engaged in April 2015, split December 2016.
5. Future (2017) – An item from February to April 2017 after a music video collaboration turned romantic.
6. Nas (2017-2018) – Together from May 2017 for more than 6 months; split January 2018.
7. Eminem (2018) – Rumored in late May 2018 after they collaborated on YG‘s “Big Bank”; she answered yes when a fan asked on Instagram.
8. Lewis Hamilton (2018) – Rumored hookup in late 2018; Lewis posted a photo of them on an ATV in Dubai.
9. Kenneth Petty (2018-Present) – Dating from December 2018, married in a secret ceremony in October 2019; son born September 30, 2020, introduced as Papa Bear in January 2021.

Nicki married Kenneth Petty on October 21, 2019, about a year after reconnecting; they had known each other since their teenage years in Queens. Their son “Papa Bear” was born September 30, 2020, and they remain married.

Race / Ethnicity

Multiracial

She has African and Asian Indian ancestry.

Hair Color

Naturally “Black,” but she wears wigs of different colors and has dyed it “Blonde.”

Eye Color

Dark Brown — though colored contact lenses often make it appear different.

Sexual Orientation

Straight

Distinctive Features

• Outlandish costumes, wigs, and cosmetics
• Busty figure
• Often wears Pink lipstick

Measurements

40-28-45 in or 102-71-114 cm

Brand Endorsements

Print ads for O.P.I. nail polishes and MAC lip glosses, plus Pepsi.

Religion

Christianity

Best Known For

• Pink Lipstick
• Different style and color of wigs
• Blue Eyeshadow
• Butt

First Album

Pink Friday, released November 19, 2010, with 13 singles totaling 50:13 minutes.

First Film

2012’s Ice Age: Continental Drift, an animated film in which she voiced Steffie.

Nicki Minaj Favorite Things

• Favorite Food – Popeyes Chicken, Boneless Stew Chicken, Kit Kats and Twix
• Favorite Color – Pink
• Favorite Accessories – Costume Stores
• Favorite Movies – Gladiator, Set It Off

Nicki Minaj’s Facts

1. She named herself as part of her habit of creating alter-egos, an escape route from a disturbed childhood in which fantasy was reality. Her first identity, Cookie, became Harajuku Barbie and later Nicki Minaj, her official name.
2. Other alter-egos include Nicki Teresa for the Garden of Dreams Foundation, New York, Rosa for her December 2010 Lopez Tonight appearance, and Roman Zolanski – ‘a demon inside her’ – for Pink Friday.
3. She was the first artist to have 7 songs on Billboard charts at the same time.
4. She was the first female artist included on MTV’s Annual Hottest MC List.
5. She has a Chinese-character tattoo on her left arm meaning “God is always with you.”
6. Her dad had a bad temper and was addicted to drugs and alcohol, but began changing after rehab.
7. Before fame she worked at more than 15 places – waitress at Red Lobster in the Bronx, office manager at a Wall Street store, administrative work, customer service – and was usually fired for ‘inhospitality.’
8. In August 2011, the Parents Television Council criticized her low-cut shirt during a live Good Morning America performance, which led to an awkward moment. She later apologized and denied it was intentional or a publicity stunt; her demand at high-profile events was unaffected.
9. Her marriage to Kenneth Petty surprised many: he was registered for a 1995 rape attempt and served 4 years, and was convicted of manslaughter for shooting a man, serving 7 years. In August 2021, the woman he s*xually assaulted in 1994 accused the couple of offering her $20,000 to recant.
10. At the 2020 American Music Awards, she won Favorite Female Artist – Rap/Hip Hop.
11. She was the 7th most streamed female artist on Spotify in 2020; Billie Eilish held #1.
12. In 2018, Tracy Chapman sued her for illicitly using Baby Can I Hold You in Sorry; in January 2021 Chapman won and Nicki agreed to pay $450,000.
13. In February 2021, her father Robert Maraj died in a hit-and-run accident.
14. In September 2021, she said she won’t take the COVID-19 vaccine until she has “done enough research”; she was reportedly invited to the White House to discuss it.
15. In October 2021, she joined Jesy Nelson on Jesy’s debut solo single Boyz.
16. In 2021, Brandwatch Consumer Research ranked her #41 among the “50 Most Influential People on Twitter”; Taylor Swift was #1.
17. In February 2022, she and Lil Baby released Do We Have A Problem?, followed later that month by Bussin.
18. In August 2022, she released Super Freaky Girl, whose video features Alexander Ludwig.
19. At the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards, she received the “Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award”.
20. In September 2022, she filed a defamation lawsuit against social media personality Nosey Heaux over vile comments about her and her son.
21. In November 2022, she joined Maluma and Myriam Fares on the 2022 FIFA World Cup anthem Tukoh Taka.
22. In December 2022, she bought an 11,800-square-foot Hidden Hills house for $19.5 million.
23. In March 2023, she released Red Ruby Da Sleeze, sampling Lumidee’s 2003 hit Never Leave You (Uh Oooh, Uh Oooh).
24. In April 2023, she teamed with Kim Petras on Alone.
25. In June 2023, she and Ice Spice released Barbie World, a new version of the 1997 hit Barbie Girl.
26. In August 2023, she debuted as Call of Duty‘s first self-named female operator.
27. In September 2023, she released Last Time I Saw You.
28. In November 2023, she released the album Pink Friday 2.
29. In January 2024, she released Bigfoot.
30. Her fifth studio album Pink Friday 2 arrived December 8, 2023, her 41st birthday, and debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200; its rollout produced the “Gag City” meme, with fans posting AI-generated images of a pink metropolis.
31. “Super Freaky Girl,” which samples Rick James’ “Super Freak,” became her first solo No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in August 2022, making her the first woman to top the chart with a solo rap song since Lauryn Hill in 1998.
32. The Pink Friday 2 World Tour ran through most of 2024 and grossed north of $100 million, the highest-grossing tour ever by a female rapper.
33. Besides the 2022 VMAs Video Vanguard Award, she has won multiple BET, American Music, and Billboard Music Awards, though a competitive Grammy has eluded her.
34. Her father, Robert Maraj, was killed in a Long Island hit-and-run in February 2021; the driver pleaded guilty and was sentenced to a year in jail.
35. She remains one of the most talked-about figures on social media, with public back-and-forths involving Megan Thee Stallion, Cardi B, and SZA keeping her in headlines into 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Nicki Minaj?

Nicki Minaj is 5 ft 2 in tall, which is about 157 cm. She frequently adds 5-6 inches with platform heels for performances and red carpets.

How much does Nicki Minaj weigh?

Nicki Minaj weighs approximately 63 kg (139 lbs). Her weight has fluctuated through her pregnancy and postpartum period after the birth of her son in 2020.

How old is Nicki Minaj?

Nicki Minaj was born on December 8, 1982, making her 43 years old in 2026. She turns 44 on December 8, 2026.

What is Nicki Minaj’s net worth?

Nicki Minaj’s exact net worth is not officially confirmed, though major outlets commonly estimate it in the nine-figure range. Her income comes from album sales, world tours, features, endorsements and business ventures.

Who is Nicki Minaj married to?

Nicki Minaj married Kenneth Petty in October 2019, and the couple welcomed their son in September 2020. She previously dated rappers Meek Mill and Nas.

What is Nicki Minaj best known for?

Nicki Minaj is best known as the “Queen of Rap,” famous for hits like “Super Bass,” “Anaconda,” “Starships” and “Super Freaky Girl,” plus her alter egos and rapid-fire flow. She has also voiced Steffie in the Ice Age franchise and appeared in The Other Woman and Barbershop: The Next Cut.

What is Nicki Minaj’s workout and diet routine?

Nicki Minaj focuses on lower-body and core training, including squats, lunges and resistance work, combined with dance-heavy tour rehearsals that double as cardio. Her diet leans on lean proteins, vegetables and plenty of water, with Trinidadian home cooking as an occasional indulgence.

What is Nicki Minaj’s real name and nationality?

Her real name is Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty, and she is Trinidadian-American. She was born in Saint James, Trinidad and Tobago, and moved to Queens, New York, as a child.

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Last Updated: October 28, 2026 | Originally Published: June 15, 2012 | Source: Healthy Celeb