What is Emmy short for?
In old records, Emmy is usually short for Emily. It can also stand for Emma, Emeline, and Emmeline. You will find it in American, British, and German-immigrant records, chiefly 1800s-1900s. The Emmy-to-Emily jump is easy to miss, so it is worth searching both when you hit a dead end.
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Does Emmy always mean Emily?+
Not always. Emmy most often stands for Emily, but it also appears for Emma, Emeline, and Emmeline. Confirm against the actual record before you rely on it.
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