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