Debi
Debi is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Bee.
Origin and history
Debi is a diminutive form of Deborah, an ancient Hebrew name meaning bee. It enjoyed popular usage in the mid-20th century in the United States alongside other modern spellings like Debbie. Today, it is a rare vintage choice for modern parents.
Popularity in the United States
3,823 babies in the United States have been named Debi since 1880. It ranks #2857 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (24.7 %)
- OH (8.8 %)
- TX (6.4 %)
- NY (6.3 %)
- MI (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 49 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,857 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,493 |
| 1970-1980 | 270 |
| 1980-1990 | 115 |
| 1990-2000 | 28 |
| 2000-2010 | 11 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Debi
- Debi Thomas: Figure skater, Orthopedic surgeon
- Debi Mazar: Actress
Fun facts
- It traces back to the biblical Deborah, who was a leader and prophetess in ancient Israel.
- The -i ending gained traction in the mid-20th century as a stylized alternative to Debbie.