What is Pat short for?
In old records, Pat is usually short for Patrick. It can also stand for Patricia, Patience, and Martha. You will find it in American, British, and Irish records, chiefly 1700s-1900s. The Pat-to-Patrick jump is easy to miss, so it is worth searching both when you hit a dead end.
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Does Pat always mean Patrick?+
Not always. Pat most often stands for Patrick, but it also appears for Patricia, Patience, and Martha. Confirm against the actual record before you rely on it.
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