What is Lola short for?

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

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Does Lola always mean Dolores?+

Not always. Lola most often stands for Dolores, but it also appears for Carlota and Lourdes. Confirm against the actual record before you rely on it.

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