Debbie
girl name#5238 in 2025Debbie entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #20 in 1959, ranks #5238 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#5238
rank today
#20
peak (1959)
24
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #877 |
| 1890s | #1140 |
| 1900s | #1436 |
| 1910s | #2470 |
| 1920s | #3083 |
| 1930s | #1566 |
| 1940s | #597 |
| 1950s | #92 |
| 1960s | #64 |
| 1970s | #267 |
| 1980s | #589 |
| 1990s | #1206 |
| 2000s | #2799 |
| 2010s | #4791 |
| 2020s | #5114 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Debbie has been most popular in NY, CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 164,000 people named Debbie are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Debbie alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Debbie in 2025?
- Debbie ranks #5238 among US girl names in 2025, with 24 babies given the name.
- When was the name Debbie most popular?
- Debbie peaked in 1959, reaching #20 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Debbie with classmates?
- Debbie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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