Debbi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Debbi originates from Hebrew, meaning 'bee', and is a diminutive of Deborah. The name has evolved from Deborah to Debbi and has gained popularity in the 20th century. It is associated with positive traits like friendliness and kindness, and has biblical relevance through the figure of Deborah. Notable people with this name include Debbi Morgan and Debbi Fields.
The name Debbi is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Debbi has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Debbi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7783rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 928th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2075th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12377th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Debbi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Debbi"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛbi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Debbi is a diminutive form of the name Deborah, which means 'bee' in Hebrew.
Meaning
bee
Language Evolution
Deborah, Debbi, Debbie
Biblical Background
Deborah is a prominent figure in the Bible, known as a prophetess and a judge of Israel.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, due to its use as a diminutive of Deborah.
Variants & Derivatives
Debbie, Debra, Deb
Modern Popularity & Image
Debbi is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and kindness.
Famous People
Debbi Morgan, Debbi Fields
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Debbi"
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 of "Debbi"
"Debbi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7783rd of 9204 | 11 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 928th of 12526 | 2,242 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2075th of 19264 | 657 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12377th of 27321 | 63 |
Regional Popularity of "Debbi" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Debbi" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
33.41% 744th/2227 |
35.51% 863rd/2430 |
46.48% 1326th/2853 |
24.07% 668th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
72.18% 2120th/2937 |
48.78% 1699th/3483 |
74.82% 2632nd/3518 |
46.69% 1888th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Debbi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Debbi" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.