Girl
Debra
bee
About Debra
There's something reassuringly solid about this name, a quality that has kept it relevant across generations. Debra carries a professional demeanor that commands respect in any setting, from boardrooms to classrooms. The name's straightforward nature means your daughter will rarely need to spell or explain it, a practical advantage in our increasingly complex world. Despite its classic status, Debra doesn't feel dated or overly common in today's naming landscape. It offers a mature foundation that grows beautifully from childhood through adulthood. The name's two syllables create a balanced, no-nonsense impression that suggests capability and reliability. Debra works internationally, maintaining its integrity across different cultures and languages. Parents choosing this name often appreciate traditional values while still wanting something less ubiquitous than current top-ten favorites. The various nickname possibilities, from Deb to Debbie, provide flexibility as your child develops her own identity and preferences throughout different life stages.
Popularity of the Name Debra
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | #968 | |||
| 1935 | #960 | |||
| 1936 | #913 | |||
| 1937 | #770 | |||
| 1938 | #915 | |||
| 1939 | #798 | |||
| 1940 | #752 | |||
| 1941 | #708 | |||
| 1942 | #720 | |||
| 1943 | #769 | |||
| 1944 | #485 | |||
| 1945 | #511 | |||
| 1946 | #369 | |||
| 1947 | #303 | |||
| 1948 | #218 | |||
| 1949 | #134 | |||
| 1950 | #59 | |||
| 1951 | #18 | |||
| 1952 | #9 | #203 | ||
| 1953 | #7 | #169 | ||
| 1954 | #6 | #120 | ||
| 1955 | #4 | #91 | ||
| 1956 | #2 | #70 | ||
| 1957 | #4 | #45 | ||
| 1958 | #6 | #22 | ||
| 1959 | #7 | #16 | ||
| 1960 | #8 | #20 | ||
| 1961 | #13 | #25 | ||
| 1962 | #15 | #22 | ||
| 1963 | #21 | #26 | ||
| 1964 | #24 | #41 | #283 | |
| 1965 | #27 | #44 | #303 | |
| 1966 | #35 | #54 | #316 | |
| 1967 | #38 | #56 | #248 | |
| 1968 | #38 | #66 | #253 | |
| 1969 | #43 | #63 | #270 | |
| 1970 | #47 | #87 | #236 | |
| 1971 | #57 | #83 | #280 | |
| 1972 | #66 | #78 | #279 | |
| 1973 | #84 | #95 | #272 | |
| 1974 | #94 | #117 | #349 | |
| 1975 | #114 | #126 | #298 | |
| 1976 | #134 | #128 | #301 | |
| 1977 | #146 | #155 | #274 | |
| 1978 | #147 | #128 | #293 | |
| 1979 | #166 | #204 | #368 | |
| 1980 | #177 | #152 | #408 | |
| 1981 | #202 | #254 | #275 | |
| 1982 | #209 | #253 | #315 | |
| 1983 | #229 | #297 | #317 | |
| 1984 | #245 | #304 | #347 | |
| 1985 | #273 | #302 | #233 | |
| 1986 | #309 | #255 | #430 | |
| 1987 | #366 | #299 | ||
| 1988 | #388 | #349 | ||
| 1989 | #438 | |||
| 1990 | #453 | #342 | ||
| 1991 | #496 | #543 | #989 | |
| 1992 | #639 | #425 | ||
| 1993 | #631 | #344 | #904 | |
| 1994 | #683 | #421 | ||
| 1995 | #775 | |||
| 1996 | #875 | |||
| 1997 | #931 | #611 | ||
| 1998 | #985 | |||
| 2002 | #664 | |||
| 2004 | #723 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Debra
Names Similar to Debra
Nicknames for Debra
- Deb
- Debbie
- Debs
- Bra
Famous People Named Debra
| Debra Messing | American actress |
| Debra Winger | American actress |
| Debra Jo Rupp | American actress |
| Debra Paget | American actress |
| Debra Wilson | American comedian and actress |
| Debra Marshall | American wrestling personality |
| Debra Hill | American film producer and screenwriter |
| Debra Lafave | American former teacher and convicted felon |
| Debra Granik | American filmmaker |
| Debra Antney | American music manager and reality TV personality |
| Debrah Farentino | American actress |
| Debra Byrne | Australian singer and actress |
| Debra DiGiovanni | Canadian comedian |
| Debra Ponzek | American chef and cookbook author |
| Debra Opri | American attorney and author |
| Debra Monk | American actress and singer |
| Debra Stephenson | English actress and comedian |
| Debra Bowen | American politician |
| Debra Medina | American nurse and political activist |
Characters Named Debra
| Debra Morgan | Character from the TV series "Dexter" |
| Debra Barone | Character from the TV series "Everybody Loves Raymond" |
| Debra Newell | Character from the podcast and TV series "Dirty John" |
| Debra "Deb" Gallagher | Character from the TV series "Shameless" |
| Debra Parker | Character from the TV series "The Following" |
| Debra Jackson | Character from the TV series "Skins" |
| Debra "Debbie" Thornberry | Character from the animated TV series "The Wild Thornberrys" |
| Debra "Debbie" Wilkins | Character from the TV series "Coronation Street" |
| Debra "Deb" Dobkins | Character from the TV series "Napoleon Dynamite" |
| Debra "Deb" White | Character from the TV series "Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide" |
| Debra "Deb" Morganstern | Character from the book "In the Kingdom of Ice" by Hampton Sides |
| Debra Stanfield | Character from the book "Thinner" by Stephen King |
| Debra Windsor | Character from the TV series "Emmerdale" |
| Debra "Debbie" McAlister | Character from the TV series "EastEnders" |
| Debra Jean Belle | Character from the TV series "The Golden Girls" |
| Debra "Debbie" Harper | Character from the TV series "The Wilds" |
| Debra "Debbie" Williams | Character from the film "Better Off Dead" |