McCartney

McCartney is a surname of Gaelic origin that is most common in Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Scotland. It has spread worldwide through migration and the diaspora, and in modern usage is typically spelled McCartney, with variant spellings such as MacCartney. The name is associated with Gaelic-derived forms and has long been found among families in the British Isles.

Notable people with the surname include Paul McCartney (born 1942), English musician and member of the Beatles; Linda McCartney (1941–1998), American photographer and Paul’s wife; Stella McCartney (born 1971), British fashion designer and Paul and Linda’s daughter; Mary McCartney (born 1969), photographer and Paul and Linda’s daughter; and James McCartney (born 1977), musician and Paul and Linda’s son. Their public profiles have contributed to the prominence of the name in contemporary culture, particularly in music, art, and fashion.

In popular culture, the surname is closely associated with Paul McCartney and his immediate family, who have been influential figures in music and design for several decades. Beyond these individuals, McCartney remains a common Irish and British surname carried by people across various professions and communities.