Holding steady.
Popularity of Debbra since 1944
Babies named Debbra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 139 |
| 1950s | 1,969 |
| 1960s | 1,122 |
| 1970s | 305 |
| 1980s | 94 |
| 1990s | 17 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 6 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Debbra is a spelling variant of Deborah, a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'bee'. The name first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1944 and reached its peak popularity in 1955, during the mid-century boom of Deborah and its variants. Despite not appearing in the top 1000 for recent decades, the name has experienced a stable trajectory since. The variant Debbra reflects the creative respelling trend common in the 1950s, alongside other forms like Debra. While most frequently associated with the 1950s and 1960s, the name has not seen a revival. Its rarity today makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a vintage name with a familiar sound.
Debbra is a respelled form of Deborah, from the Hebrew name Devorah meaning 'bee'. In the Old Testament, Deborah was a prophetess and judge who led the Israelites to victory. The spelling Debbra emerged in the mid-20th century as a phonetic or creative variant, especially in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Deb, Debbie, Debby
Sibling names for Debbra
Names that share Debbra's style, for a brother or sister.
