Debby
Pronunciation: [ d-EHB-ee ]
Debby is a girl baby name. Ranked #16,929 in the US, popular nicknames include Deb, Dey, and Debie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Debby first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 8,839 babies have been named Debby in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Debby is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,929 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #16,929
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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Nicknames
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About the Name Debby
Debby is a girl name .
Debby is currently ranked #16,929 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Debby include Deb, Dey, and Debie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Debby include Debbie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis