Why did Paul McCartney change his name?

Answer 1

The nickname Macca is short for The Beatles' singer's last name, McCartney, which is pronounced Ma-caht-ney. And broken up by sound it becomes Ma-cah-t-ney.

Answer 2

Paul McCartney was the bassist for The Beatles, the most influential band in the history of rock'n'roll

He is also famous for his solo career as a musician, his sometimes scandalous personal life (mostly in his younger days), and his activism in the peace movement, animal rights, and vegetarianism

Answer 3

Paul was originally named James Paul McCartney after his father. It's quite common for first born sons to take their father's name and then, to avoid confusion, use their second name. He was luckier than Ringo who was born Richard Starkey - again after his father. He was known as "little Ritchie" in the family.

Answer 4

The nickname Macca is short for the Beatles' singer's last name, McCartney, which is pronounced Ma-caht-ney. And broken up by sound it becomes Ma-cah-t-ney.

Answer 5

Paul McCartney is called Paul because that was his middle name/stage name. He most likely didn't like the name 'James', so he called himself Paul. His full name is James Paul McCartney.

Answer 6

Because he was one of the co-leaders, one of the main writers, one of the main vocalists, and the bassist to The Beatles, who are one of the most famous and most successful bands in history.

Answer 7

Macca is a British nickname for anyone with a last name starting with Mc

Answer 8

Paul McCartney goes by Macca.