NAME PROFILE
Debby
Debby is a friendly diminutive of Deborah, meaning 'bee.' it carries a legacy of mid-century approachability and suggests a person who is loyal, social, and reliable.
Key Stats
| Total births | 9,697 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1959 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1943 |
| Most recent | 1996 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | Hebrew, English |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
✨ Double Letter
Top States
CA — 28%NY — 22%TX — 17%IL — 17%OH — 15%
Notable People
Debby Ryan (Actress) · Debby Boone (Singer) · Debby Moore (Musician) · Debby Smith (Public figure) · Debby Gray (Public figure)
Nicknames & Diminutives
Debbie
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