Debaroh Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: deh-BAH-roh //dɛˈbɑːroʊ//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: 'to speak'; English: variant of Deborah
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Debaroh is believed to be a variant of the Hebrew name Deborah, which is derived from the Hebrew word 'd'vorah' meaning 'bee.' The name appears in the Old Testament of the Bible, where Deborah is a prominent figure, serving as a prophetess and a judge of Israel. The Hebrew form of the name was transliterated into Greek as 'Deborah' and subsequently into Latin, maintaining its original meaning.
The name entered the English language through the Old French 'Debora,' which was influenced by the Latin form during the medieval period, particularly as biblical texts were translated into vernacular languages. Deborah, as a biblical character, is noted for her leadership during the time of the Judges, around the 12th century BCE.
Her story is recounted in the Book of Judges, where she leads the Israelites to victory against the Canaanite general Sisera. This narrative has been significant in Jewish and Christian traditions, symbolizing strength, wisdom, and female empowerment.
The name Deborah has been borne by various notable historical figures, including saints and queens, which has contributed to its enduring legacy. Culturally, the name has resonated through various traditions, often associated with qualities such as industriousness and nurturing, akin to the characteristics of bees.
The diminutive form 'Debbie' has also emerged in various cultures, reflecting a more affectionate or informal usage of the name. The historical and biblical significance of Deborah has ensured that the name, in its various forms, remains a symbol of female leadership and resilience throughout the centuries.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Debaroh was first seen in the United States in 1957.
Debaroh has ranked as high as #1138 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Debaroh has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Debaroh is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Debaroh was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Debaroh
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Debaroh.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1957 | 5 |