What is Genie short for?

In old records, Genie is usually short for Eugenia. It can also stand for Genevieve, Imogene, and Eugenie. You will find it in American records, chiefly 1800s-1900s. The Genie-to-Eugenia jump is easy to miss, so it is worth searching both when you hit a dead end.

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Does Genie always mean Eugenia?+

Not always. Genie most often stands for Eugenia, but it also appears for Genevieve, Imogene, and Eugenie. Confirm against the actual record before you rely on it.

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