What is Ben short for?
In old records, Ben is usually short for Benjamin. It can also stand for Benedict. You will find it in American and British records, chiefly 1700s-1900s. The Ben-to-Benjamin jump is easy to miss, so it is worth searching both when you hit a dead end.
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Does Ben always mean Benjamin?+
Not always. Ben most often stands for Benjamin, but it also appears for Benedict. Confirm against the actual record before you rely on it.
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