What is Bertie short for?

In old records, Bertie is usually short for Albert. It can also stand for Herbert, Bertram, and Alberta, and others. You will find it in British and American records, chiefly 1800s-1900s. The Bertie-to-Albert jump is easy to miss, so it is worth searching both when you hit a dead end.

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Does Bertie always mean Albert?+

Not always. Bertie most often stands for Albert, but it also appears for Herbert, Bertram, and Alberta. Confirm against the actual record before you rely on it.

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