Debra
girl name#4460 in 2025Debra entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #2 in 1956, ranks #4460 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
#4460
rank today
#2
peak (1956)
31
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3691 |
| 1920s | #3193 |
| 1930s | #1201 |
| 1940s | #497 |
| 1950s | #12 |
| 1960s | #26 |
| 1970s | #106 |
| 1980s | #284 |
| 1990s | #754 |
| 2000s | #1702 |
| 2010s | #3092 |
| 2020s | #3895 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Debra has been most popular in NY, TX, NJ.
Living bearers
About 471,000 people named Debra are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Debra alive today was born around 1958, making them about 67 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Debra in 2025?
- Debra ranks #4460 among US girl names in 2025, with 31 babies given the name.
- When was the name Debra most popular?
- Debra peaked in 1956, reaching #2 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Debra with classmates?
- Debra will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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