What is Nib short for?
In old records, Nib is usually short for Isabel. It can also stand for Isabella. You will find it in Scottish records, chiefly 1700s-1800s. The Nib-to-Isabel jump is easy to miss, so it is worth searching both when you hit a dead end.
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Does Nib always mean Isabel?+
Not always. Nib most often stands for Isabel, but it also appears for Isabella. Confirm against the actual record before you rely on it.
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