What is Lindy short for?

In old records, Lindy is usually short for Linda. It can also stand for Melinda, Belinda, and Rosalind, and others. You will find it in American records, chiefly 1900s. The Lindy-to-Linda jump is easy to miss, so it is worth searching both when you hit a dead end.

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Does Lindy always mean Linda?+

Not always. Lindy most often stands for Linda, but it also appears for Melinda, Belinda, and Rosalind. Confirm against the actual record before you rely on it.

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