what is dewey short for

Dewey is a given name of Welsh origin, and it is an anglicized spelling of the Welsh name Dewi, which is a nickname for Dafydd, meaning "beloved"). Dewey is not short for anything, and it is usually a given name in its own right. The name Dewey became popular in the US in the late 19th century, thanks to the popularity of Spanish-American War naval hero Admiral George Dewey. Notable people with the name Dewey include American politician Dewey Short, American musician Dewey Balfa, and American novelist Dewey Lambdin).