All about the name

Deb

Female

« Deb is a Hebrew name meaning "bee," historically used in various cultures, popular among ancient Hebrews and early Christians as an endearment for beautiful. »

#5698 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Deb is a name of Hebrew origin and it means "bee". The name has been used historically in various cultures and languages throughout history. It was popular among the ancient Hebrews and was also used by the early Christians as a term of endearment meaning "beautiful". In some English-speaking countries, Deb is often considered to be a shortened form of Deborah, another Hebrew name that means "bee" or "honey bee". The name Deb has been associated with several historical figures throughout history, including Saint Debbora, a 4th-century Christian martyr who was venerated as a saint by the Catholic Church. Today, Deb remains a popular given name for girls around the world, although its popularity has varied over time and across different cultures.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Deb since 1880

Total births
1,450
Total since 1880
Peak year
1958
236 births
in 1972
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years