Q1: Has Nicki Minaj ever revealed her son’s real name?
No. As of 2026, Nicki Minaj has never publicly revealed, confirmed, or filed public documentation verifying her son’s legal birth name.
Q2: What is the official nickname of Nicki Minaj’s son?
He is officially and publicly referred to by his parents, family members, and the media as "Papa Bear."
Q3: How old is Nicki Minaj's son today?
Born on September 30, 2020, in Los Angeles, California, Papa Bear celebrated his 5th birthday in the fall of 2025.
Q4: Does Nicki Minaj have any other children?
No. Papa Bear is currently the only child of Nicki Minaj and her husband, Kenneth Petty.
Q5: Why did rumors claim his name was 'Ninja'?
During a live broadcast in January 2021, Minaj admitted that "Ninja" was the front-running name during her pregnancy, but she and Petty decided against it shortly before finalizing the paperwork.
