Rising since 1986, #2,064 for girls today.
Popularity of Devora since 1915
Babies named Devora per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 |
| 1920s | 31 |
| 1930s | 36 |
| 1940s | 76 |
| 1950s | 167 |
| 1960s | 181 |
| 1970s | 205 |
| 1980s | 275 |
| 1990s | 380 |
| 2000s | 468 |
| 2010s | 588 |
| 2020s | 480 |
Meaning & origin
Devora, a spelling variant of Deborah that stays close to the Hebrew original, has been recorded in the U.S. since 1915 but saw its peak popularity only recently, reaching its highest rank in 2023. Its trajectory has been rising since 1986, indicating a steady increase in use among parents looking for a biblical name with a traditional yet distinctive feel. While never breaking into the top 1000 nationally, its strongest associations are in New Jersey and New York, reflecting its popularity in Jewish communities. The name carries the meaning 'bee', a reference to the prophetess and judge from the Book of Judges.
Devora is a variant of Deborah, from the Hebrew name דְּבוֹרָה (Devorah) meaning 'bee'. In the Hebrew Bible, Deborah was a prophetess and judge who led the Israelites to victory. The name has been used among Jewish communities for centuries and gained wider use in English-speaking countries after the Protestant Reformation. The 'Devora' spelling, closer to the Hebrew original, became more common in the late 20th century.
Where Devora is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Deb, Debbie, Debby, Devy
Sibling names for Devora
Names that share Devora's style, for a brother or sister.
