The Origins of 10 NicknamesBy David K. Israel | Dec 16, 2015 | Updated: Jun 7, 2023, 2:57 PM EDT The origins of some nicknames are obvious. It’s easy to see why Ed is short for Edward, Nick is short for Nicholas, and Ally is short for Allison. Other diminutives require more explanation. If you’re curious how Margaret turned into Peggy, or how Richard led to Dick, check out the histories of 10 nicknames that push the limits
