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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Bee
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- DEB-ur-ah
Deborah is a Hebrew girl's name that means "bee." It's pronounced DEB-ur-ah, and it has a classic, vintage feel that suits parents drawn to older, established names.
Meaning & Origin of Deborah
Meaning: Bee.
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Deborah
DEB-ur-ahIPA /ˈdɛbərə/
Popularity of Deborah
Deborah climbed all the way to #2 in the U.S. in 1955, when 52,317 girls were given the name. By 2024 it had settled at #852, with 316 babies named Deborah that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Deborah mean?
Bee. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Deborah?
Deborah is pronounced DEB-ur-ah (IPA: /ˈdɛbərə/).
Is Deborah a popular name right now?
Deborah peaked at #2 in 1955 and is ranked #852 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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