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