What is Gussie short for?

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

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Does Gussie always mean Augusta?+

Not always. Gussie most often stands for Augusta, but it also appears for Augustus and Augustine. Confirm against the actual record before you rely on it.

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