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