Girl Name · Hebrew Origin
Debra
Debra is a girl baby name of Hebrew origin, meaning "Bee". It currently sits in the Top 100 tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Debra often also consider Devra.
Debra meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Bee
Origin: Hebrew naming roots help connect Debra to related Hebrew baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Debra as D·E·B·R·A, with 5 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Debra is a widely-loved, instantly-recognizable pick in the Top 100 tier.
Debra variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Debraa, Debrae, Debray, Debr.
- Nicknames: Deb and D.
- Middle names: Pair Debra with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Debra middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Devra, Devora, Deborah, Debrah, Devere — full picks on the sibling names for Debra guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Debra? Browse our names like Debra guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Debra
What does the name Debra mean?
Debra means "Bee" and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of Debra?
Debra originates in Hebrew naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Debra?
Debra has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Debra a boy's or girl's name?
Debra is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Debra in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Debra sits in the Top 100 tier — a widely-loved, instantly-recognizable pick.
What names are similar to Debra?
Names that share Debra's sound and style include Devra, Devora, Deborah, Debrah, Devere.
What middle names pair well with Debra?
Good middle-name fits for Debra pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Debra is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Debra is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Debra?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Debra share its rhythm without rhyming — Devra, Devora, Deborah all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.