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