Girl · 774th of 12,526
Debi
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
3,822
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1958
Peak Popularity Year
504
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Debi stands across generations
This name is not present in the Generation Alpha ranking.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Debi is a diminutive form of the Hebrew name Deborah, meaning 'bee'. The name has evolved from Deborah to Debi, retaining its original meaning. It is associated with the biblical figure Deborah, a prophetess and judge in Israel. In modern times, Debi is viewed as a friendly and approachable name, and it has gained popularity as a variant of Deborah since the 20th century.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛbi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Debi is a diminutive form of the name Deborah, which comes from the Hebrew name דְבוֹרָה (Devorah), meaning 'bee'.
Meaning
bee
Language Evolution
Deborah, Debi
Biblical Background
Deborah is a significant figure in the Bible, known as a prophetess and a judge of Israel.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century as a modern, informal variant of Deborah.
Variants & Derivatives
Deborah, Debbie, Deb
Modern Popularity & Image
Debi is often perceived as a friendly and approachable name, commonly associated with warmth and kindness.
Famous People
Debi Mazar, Debi Thomas
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 504 peak births in 1958
Geographic Spread
Popular across 36 US states, with strongest presence in Oregon
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 13 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 4 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 774th of 12526 | 3,063 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2162nd of 19264 | 618 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8588th of 27321 | 124 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 26403rd of 35406 | 17 |