What is Mamie short for?

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

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Does Mamie always mean Mary?+

Not always. Mamie most often stands for Mary, but it also appears for Margaret and Mildred. Confirm against the actual record before you rely on it.

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