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Deborah: Meaning & Origin

Deborah is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning “Bee; while not a New Testament figure, Deborah is often referenced in Christian teachings.”. It's a distinctive name with moderate popularity. With 3 syllables, it's elegant and melodic.

Pronunciation

DEB-o-rə

Phonetic spelling

Popularity

69/100 Score

This name ranks in the top 31% of popular names.

Nicknames

DebDebbie

Popularity Trend

Popularity Trend

31%
45
2010
31
Current
#36
Rank

* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends

Middle Name Ideas

  • Deborah Anne
  • Deborah Joy
  • Deborah Marie

Famous Namesakes

  • Deborah in the Old Testament

Variants & Alternate Spellings of Deborah