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