The nameDebbie
Debbie is the friendly short form of Deborah. It was a top 20 American name in 1959.
- Girl's name
- English
Meaning
Debbie comes from Deborah, Hebrew, "bee".
Origin
English, from Hebrew.
History
In the United States Debbie reached 20th place in 1959. In England and Wales its best rank since 1996 is 571st, in 1996.
Did you know?
- Debbie Reynolds was 19 when she made Singin' in the Rain. She was the mother of Carrie Fisher, Princess Leia.
Famous people named Debbie
- Debbie Reynolds, actress
- Debbie Harry, singer
Popularity of the name Debbie
Debbie in the United States
Debbie was most popular in the United States in the 1960s, with 84,389 births over the decade, 45% of all recorded babies named Debbie. Its rise began around 1952, and it peaked in 1959. Half of all babies named Debbie in the United States were born before 1960, so it is mostly a grandparents' generation name. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 26 births a year.
Sibling names for Debbie
Names from the same generation as Debbie, whose popularity in the United States has followed a similar path.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Debbie mean?
Debbie comes from Deborah, Hebrew, "bee".
What is the origin of the name Debbie?
English, from Hebrew.
Is Debbie a girl's or a boy's name?
Debbie is a girl's name.
How popular is the name Debbie?
In 2024, Debbie was the 4625th most popular name for baby girls in the United States, with 30 births.
What are good sibling names for Debbie?
Names from the same generation, with a similar popularity in the United States: Kimberley, Cathy, Kathy and Mandy for a sister, Willy, Tim, Armand and Nikolaus for a brother.
Who are famous people named Debbie?
Debbie Reynolds, actress; Debbie Harry, singer.