What is Roy short for?
In old records, Roy is usually short for Leroy. It can also stand for Royce. You will find it in American and Scottish records, chiefly 1800s-1900s. The Roy-to-Leroy jump is easy to miss, so it is worth searching both when you hit a dead end.
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Does Roy always mean Leroy?+
Not always. Roy most often stands for Leroy, but it also appears for Royce. Confirm against the actual record before you rely on it.
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