What is mandy short for?

Mandy is a popular nickname or short form for the feminine given name, Amanda. It is derived from the Latin word "Amandus" meaning "worthy of being loved." The name Amanda has been in use since the 17th century in England and was particularly popular in the 1980s and 90s. Some notable people with the name Mandy include American actress Mandy Moore, Canadian actress Mandy Patinkin, and English singer Mandy Smith. Mandy can also be a nickname for other names such as Miranda, Armanda, and even Emmanuel.