Debborah

“Debborah (דְּבוֹרָה) is a variant of the Hebrew name Deborah, which is based on the word for a bee”

Hebrew origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1822US 2023

378Births / yr

→Stable

617All-time births

📅 Since 194800

How to pronounce Debborah

DEBB·AW·ruh

/ˈdɛbb.ˈɔ.rə/ · stress on DEBB · 3 syllables

“Debborah (דְּבוֹרָה) is a variant of the Hebrew name Deborah, which is based on the word for a bee”

Hebrew origin · Girl name

What does Debborah mean and where does it come from?

Debborah (דְּבוֹרָה) is a variant of the Hebrew name Deborah, which is based on the word for a bee. The name is biblically significant as Deborah was a prophetess and a judge in ancient Israel. Its use can be traced back to biblical times and has been popular among Jewish communities throughout hist

Cultural significance

Debborah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hebrew-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hebrew.

Peak popularity

Reached #1267 in 1952 — currently #1822 in the US.

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How else can you spell Debborah?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Debbora

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Debborah?

Debborah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Debborah Grace

How popular is Debborah right now?

Holding steady — currently #1822 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1950–2023#1822 · Top 1.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1822	378	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2022	#1827	358	▲ up 5 · +9% births
2021	#1832	328	▲ up 3071 · +2882% births
1970	#4903	11	▼ down 2310 · -52% births
1965	#2593	23	▼ down 89 · -4% births
1960	#2504	24	▼ down 866 · -40% births
1955	#1638	40	▲ up 1139 · +167% births
1950	#2777	15	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Debborah

Best Year1955Rank #1638

Peak Count378

Average Rank#2487

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1950 - 20238 years

The story of Debborah

Debborah entered American naming records in 1948 and has been in use for over 76 years. With 617 total births recorded, Debborah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #2777 in 1950 to #1822 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Debborah in 1952:

Linda Mary Patricia Deborah Susan

Debborah by decade

Debborah peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	18
1950s ★	386
1960s	184
1970s	24
1980s	5

💎Debborah has only 617 total recorded births since 1948 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Debborah?

Common

DebDeOrah

Famous people named Debborah

Debborah (historical figure)

Debborah bore this name in the Biblical tradition, reflecting its deep roots in Hebrew scripture and culture.

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Common questions about the name Debborah

What does the name Debborah mean?

Debborah means "Hebrew" — a name rooted in Hebrew tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Debborah?

Debborah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Debborah?

Debborah originates from Hebrew tradition. Hebrew names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Debborah?

Debborah is a three-syllable name pronounced D EH1 B B AO1 R AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Debborah?

Debborah pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Hebrew heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.