Devora Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Devora is a Hebrew name meaning 'bee', with roots in biblical history as a prophetess and leader. The name has evolved through various forms, maintaining its significance in Jewish culture and gaining recognition in broader contexts. It conveys traits of strength and industriousness, with notable biblical relevance.
The name Devora is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Devora has been too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Devora' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6096th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4357th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3008th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3263rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3195th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3241st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2621st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Devora' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Devora"
Pronunciation
/dɛˈvoʊrə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Devora is derived from the Hebrew word 'd'vorah' which means 'bee'. It is often associated with qualities of industriousness and community.
Meaning
bee
Language Evolution
D'vorah (Hebrew), Deborah (English), Devora (Spanish/Portuguese)
Biblical Background
Devora is a prominent figure in the Bible, specifically in the Book of Judges, where she served as a prophetess and leader of Israel.
Historical Usage
The name Devora gained popularity in Jewish communities, particularly during the Renaissance, and has maintained its presence in various cultures through religious texts.
Variants & Derivatives
Deborah, Debbie, Devorah
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Devora is viewed as a strong and empowering name, often associated with leadership and wisdom.
Famous People
Deborah Norville (journalist), Deborah Harry (singer), Deborah Lipstadt (historian)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Devora"
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 "Devora"
"Devora" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 6096th of 9107 | 28 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4357th of 9204 | 77 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3008th of 12526 | 287 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3263rd of 19264 | 331 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3195th of 27321 | 514 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3241st of 35406 | 759 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2621st of 30306 | 804 |
Regional Popularity of "Devora" 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 "Devora" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
72.02% 1750th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
39.10% 1362nd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
25.03% 1120th/4475 |
- |
71.54% 4519th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
18.32% 946th/5164 |
- |
73.66% 5497th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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16.58% 744th/4487 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Devora"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Devora" 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.