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