Debra vs Roux

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Debra

Girl #3,576 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bee"

Origin: Hebrew D'vorah

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,576
Total SSA Count
43
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Deb, Debbie, Debby

Playground Safety Score

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Roux

Girl #3,517 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"red-haired, reddish-brown"

Origin: Latin russus via French

Cultural Roots

French American Cajun Louisiana Creole

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,517
Total SSA Count
44
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Debra Rank #3,576
Roux Rank #3,517

Roux is more popular, ranked #3517 vs #3576 for Debra.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Debra ___

  • Debra Ann
  • Debra Lynn
  • Debra Marie
  • Debra Jean
  • Debra Kay
  • Debra Lee

Roux ___

  • Roux Eloise
  • Roux Celeste
  • Roux Josephine
  • Roux Margot
  • Roux Vivienne
  • Roux Danielle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Debra

Susan Patricia Linda Barbara Karen

If you choose Roux

Bleu Sable Odette Fleur Henri

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Debra or Roux more popular?

Roux is more popular, ranked #3517 compared to Debra at #3576 in the United States.

What do Debra and Roux mean?

Debra means "bee" (Hebrew D'vorah origin). Roux means "red-haired, reddish-brown" (Latin russus via French origin).

Are Debra and Roux boy or girl names?

Debra is primarily a girl name. Roux is primarily a girl name.

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