Debi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
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.
The name Debi is most popular in Oregon, 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, Debi 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, 'Debi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 774th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2162nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8588th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 26403rd out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Debi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Debi"
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
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Debi"
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 "Debi"
"Debi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Regional Popularity of "Debi" 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 "Debi" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
29.05% 647th/2227 |
32.55% 791st/2430 |
34.49% 984th/2853 |
19.35% 537th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
85.12% 2500th/2937 |
87.88% 3061st/3483 |
85.42% 3005th/3518 |
37.49% 1516th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Debi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Debi" 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.