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