Debbra Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DEB-rah //ˈdɛb.rə//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: God is my judge; English: variant of Deborah
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Debbra is a variant of the name Deborah, which has its roots in the Hebrew language. The original Hebrew form, דְּבוֹרָה (D'vorah), translates to "bee," symbolizing industriousness and community.
The name entered the Greek language as Δεββώρα (Debbora) and was later adopted into Latin as Deborah, which then influenced various European languages, including Old French and Middle English, before becoming the modern form Debbra in English-speaking contexts. Historically, Deborah is a significant biblical figure, appearing in the Book of Judges in the Hebrew Bible, which dates back to approximately the 12th century BCE.
She is noted for her role as a prophetess and a leader who guided the Israelites to victory against their oppressors. This narrative has contributed to the name's enduring presence in Judeo-Christian cultures, where it has been associated with strength, wisdom, and leadership.
The name Deborah was also popularized through its inclusion in the King James Bible, published in 1611, which helped to solidify its use in English-speaking regions. Culturally, the name Deborah and its variants have been embraced in various traditions, often symbolizing qualities such as courage and resilience.
The name has been borne by numerous notable figures throughout history, including saints and queens, which further enhanced its significance. The diminutive form "Debbie" has also emerged from Deborah, reflecting a more familiar or affectionate usage.
Overall, the name Debbra carries with it a rich historical and cultural legacy, rooted in its biblical origins and the qualities it embodies.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Debbra was first seen in the United States in 1944.
Debbra has ranked as high as #1012 nationally, which occurred in 1955, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Debbra has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Debbra 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 Debbra 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 Debbra.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 6 | 6 |
| 1998 | 6 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 | 6 |
| 1989 | 11 | 11 |
| 1987 | 6 | 6 |
| 1986 | 7 | 7 |
| 1984 | 11 | 11 |
| 1983 | 12 | 12 |
| 1982 | 13 | 13 |
| 1981 | 19 | 19 |
| 1980 | 15 | 15 |
| 1979 | 12 | 12 |
| 1978 | 16 | 16 |
| 1977 | 19 | 19 |
| 1976 | 21 | 21 |
| 1975 | 13 | 13 |
| 1974 | 24 | 24 |
| 1973 | 41 | 41 |
| 1972 | 38 | 38 |
| 1971 | 52 | 52 |
| 1970 | 69 | 69 |
| 1969 | 77 | 77 |
| 1968 | 66 | 66 |
| 1967 | 91 | 91 |
| 1966 | 93 | 93 |
| 1965 | 118 | 118 |
| 1964 | 129 | 129 |
| 1963 | 99 | 99 |
| 1962 | 136 | 136 |
| 1961 | 143 | 143 |
| 1960 | 170 | 170 |
| 1959 | 191 | 191 |
| 1958 | 180 | 180 |
| 1957 | 223 | 223 |
| 1956 | 254 | 254 |
| 1955 | 260 | 260 |
| 1954 | 219 | 219 |
| 1953 | 216 | 216 |
| 1952 | 191 | 191 |
| 1951 | 146 | 146 |
| 1950 | 89 | 89 |
| 1949 | 46 | 46 |
| 1948 | 38 | 38 |
| 1947 | 25 | 25 |
| 1946 | 15 | 15 |
| 1945 | 10 | 10 |
| 1944 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Debbra (1971)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |