What is the middle name of Elton John?

Elton John is one of the most celebrated solo artists of the century. He is an accomplished singer, pianist, and composer. Having sold over 300 million records worldwide and having numerous awards under his belt, Elton John remains one of the most important artists the world has ever seen.

Elton John’s birth name is Reginald Kenneth Dwight. He changed his name to Elton John to honor two members of Bluesology, a band he formed. Those members were saxophonist Elton Dean and vocalist Long John Baldry. He changed his middle name to Hercules.