Debbora Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DEB-uh-rah //ˈdɛb.ə.rə//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: bee; English: variant of Deborah
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Debbora is derived from the Hebrew name דְבוֹרָה (D'vorah), which means "bee." This etymological root can be traced back to the ancient Hebrew language, where the word for bee is associated with industriousness and community. The name entered the English language through the Latin form, Debora, which was used in the Vulgate, the Latin translation of the Bible completed in the late 4th century.
From Latin, it transitioned into Old French as Débora before being adopted into Middle English, where it appeared in various forms, including Debora and Deborah. Historically, the name is most notably linked to the biblical figure Deborah, a prophetess and judge of Israel mentioned in the Book of Judges, which dates back to approximately the 12th century BCE.
Deborah is celebrated for her leadership and wisdom, leading the Israelites to victory against the Canaanites. Her story has been a source of inspiration and has contributed to the name's enduring significance in Jewish and Christian traditions.
The name appears in various biblical translations, including the King James Bible published in 1611, which helped to popularize it in English-speaking contexts. Culturally, the name Debbora has been associated with qualities such as strength, leadership, and nurturing, reflecting the characteristics of the biblical Deborah.
The bee, as a symbol, represents community, hard work, and productivity, further enhancing the name's positive connotations. In some cultures, diminutive forms like Debby or Debbie have emerged, but the traditional form remains significant in its own right.
The historical and cultural resonance of Debbora has allowed it to maintain a presence in various societies, symbolizing both feminine strength and nurturing qualities.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Debbora was first seen in the United States in 1947.
Debbora has ranked as high as #4072 nationally, which occurred in 1955, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Debbora has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Debbora 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 Debbora was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Debbora.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 6 | 6 |
| 1967 | 5 | 5 |
| 1966 | 8 | 8 |
| 1965 | 10 | 10 |
| 1963 | 17 | 17 |
| 1962 | 11 | 11 |
| 1961 | 14 | 14 |
| 1960 | 15 | 15 |
| 1959 | 13 | 13 |
| 1958 | 15 | 15 |
| 1957 | 17 | 17 |
| 1956 | 16 | 16 |
| 1955 | 19 | 19 |
| 1954 | 16 | 16 |
| 1953 | 9 | 9 |
| 1952 | 9 | 9 |
| 1951 | 11 | 11 |
| 1950 | 10 | 10 |
| 1948 | 5 | 5 |
| 1947 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Debbora
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