Holding steady.
Popularity of Deborha since 1949
Babies named Deborha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 7 |
| 1950s | 632 |
| 1960s | 348 |
| 1970s | 86 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Deborha is a rare variant spelling of the classic name Deborah, a name deeply rooted in Hebrew tradition and known from the biblical figure Deborah, a prophetess and judge. The name first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1949, and saw its peak usage in 1956, though never entering the top 1000 names. Its trajectory has been stable over the decades, with very sparse usage. Due to its rarity, no top states are recorded for this spelling. While the standard Deborah enjoyed widespread popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly during the 1950s, the Deborha form remains a unique and uncommon choice.
Deborha is a variant spelling of Deborah, a name derived from the Hebrew word 'dvorá' meaning 'bee'. In the Hebrew Bible, Deborah was a prophetess and judge, and the name has been in use among English-speaking populations since the Protestant Reformation. The spelling Deborha, with an 'h', is an uncommon but traditional variant.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Deb, Debbie, Debby, Debi
Sibling names for Deborha
Names that share Deborha's style, for a brother or sister.
