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Debbra

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Pronounced DEB-ruh /ˈdɛb.rə/High

Meaning: A doubled-b spelling of Debra, itself a short form of Deborah, from the Hebrew Devorah, 'bee' — the biblical prophet and judge. A mid-century flourish.Medium

In 30 seconds: A trimmed classic: Debbra means 'bee' (Hebrew), said 'DEB-ruh' — a spin on Debra and Deborah.

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Origin MediumHebrew

MeaningA doubled-b spelling of Debra, itself a short form of Deborah, from the Hebrew Devorah, 'bee' — the biblical prophet and judge. A mid-century flourish.

U.S. rank (2014)#15053 ↘ Falling

2014 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1955

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,652

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Debbra respells Debra, a short form of Deborah, from the Hebrew for 'bee' — the prophet and judge of the Book of Judges. The variant appeared in mid-century America, peaked in 1955, and gave way to Debra and Deborah (said 'DEB-ruh').

Debbra belonged to the fifties nurseries and is rare today. Rare, biblical-rooted, and vintage.

Did you know? Debbra is a doubled-b spelling of Debra ('bee') that peaked around 1955 and faded as the standard spellings held on.

Overall data confidence 60%

References — Debbra — Variant of Debra/Deborah; Hebrew 'bee'

Variations

DebraDeborahDebrah

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Debbra mean?

Debbra is a variant of Debra and Deborah, from the Hebrew for 'bee.'

How do you pronounce Debbra?

It's said DEB-ruh /ˈdɛb.rə/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Debbra a boy or girl name?

Debbra is used here as a girl's name.

How popular is Debbra?

Debbra peaked in the mid-fifties and is rare today.