Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty (born December 8, 1982), known professionally as Nicki Minaj (/ ˈnɪki mɪˈnɑːʒ / ⓘ NIK-ee min-AHZH), is a Trinidadian rapper, singer, and songwriter. Dubbed the "Queen of Rap" …

Jan 4, 2026 · Nicki Minaj is a Trinidadian-born rapper, singer, songwriter, television personality, and actress known for her flowing quick-spoken rap style and for her provocative lyrics. She …

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Nicki Minaj. Actress: The Other Woman. Nicki Minaj was born Onika Tanya Maraj on December 8, 1982 in St. James, Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago and raised in Queens, New York City, New York. She …

Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty (née Maraj) (born December 8, 1982), known professionally as Nicki Minaj (/mɪnɑːʒ/ MIN-ahzh), is a Trinidadian rapper, singer-songwriter, and actress. Often referred to as the …

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Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty (born December 8, 1982), better known professionally by her stage name Nicki Minaj, is a Trinidadian-American rapper, actress, singer, songwriter, and

The name Minja is steeped in cultural and historical significance, tracing its roots back to early Slavic-speaking communities. With meanings tied to love, dreams, and grace, it carries a poetic and lyrical …

Nicki Minaj (real name Onika Maraj) was born in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, and raised in Jamaica, Queens, N.Y. Her birthday is Dec. 8, 1982, and she stands at 5'3". She was noticed by Lil …

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