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Debra

Pronunciation: [ d-EHBR-uh ]

Boy Name #39,224 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Debra is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced d-EHBR-uh.

Parents who love the name Debra often also consider Della, Delia, Dessie .

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#39,224
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Deb Dey Debie

Also a Girl Name

Debra is also used as a girl name, ranked #3576.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Debra

Is Debra a boy or girl name?
Debra is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #39224. As a girl name, it is ranked #3576. Debra is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Debra?
Debra is pronounced d-EHBR-uh.
How popular is the name Debra?
Debra is currently ranked #39224 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Debra?
Common nicknames for Debra include Deb, Dey, and Debie.
Is Debra a common or rare name?
Debra is an uncommon name, ranked #39224 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Debra

Debra is a boy name .

Is Debra a boy or girl name? Debra is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #39,224 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #3,576. Debra is more commonly used as a girl name.

Debra is currently ranked #39,224 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Debra include Deb, Dey, and Debie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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