Everything about the name DEB
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.
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Popularity of the name DEB since 1880
Birth evolution
Popularity analysis
The statistics provided show the annual number of babies named Deb born in the United States from 1953 to 1972. The name's popularity peaked in 1958 and 1959, with 236 births each year. This high point was followed by a steady decline in usage over the next decade, culminating in just five births in 1972.
During this period, there were a total of 1450 babies named Deb born in the United States. The name's popularity can be seen to have waned significantly by the end of the period, with the number of annual births dropping from hundreds to single digits over just fifteen years. This data demonstrates how trends in baby naming can change quite drastically over time.