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