Debbie is a girl's name of Hebrew origin meaning “Bee; Hebrew diminutive meaning industrious like a bee.” With 2 syllables, it is short and easy to say. Common nicknames include Deb, Debby. As of 2026, Debbie ranks #920 among girls' names in the United States and has held a steady level of popularity. Its highest US ranking was #20 in 1959.
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DEB-ee
Phonetic spelling
Currently #920 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Debbie means “Bee; Hebrew diminutive meaning industrious like a bee.” It is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Debbie is pronounced DEB-ee.
Debbie is most commonly used as a girl's name.
Debbie currently ranks #920 among girls' names in the United States.
Popular nicknames for Debbie include Deb, Debby.
Middle names that pair well with Debbie include Debbie Rose, Debbie Grace, Debbie Marie, Debbie Jane.
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