Birth Name and Early Life
Lady Gaga was born Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta on March 28, 1986, in New York City. She grew up in Manhattan and attended private Catholic schools before pursuing music and performance.
Origin of the Stage Name
The name "Lady Gaga" came from the song "Radio Ga Ga" by Queen. A music producer once told her she had a "radio voice," and the nickname stuck. She later adopted it as her professional stage name.
Why the Name Stuck
She began using "Lady Gaga" as her artist name early in her career. The name matched her bold, theatrical style and helped her stand out in the pop music industry.
