Debra
boy nameDebra entered the US charts in 1949, peaked at #762 in 1954, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1949–2025
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rank today
#762
peak (1954)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3298 |
| 1950s | #1159 |
| 1960s | #1261 |
| 1970s | #3605 |
| 1980s | #4800 |
Living bearers
About 900 people named Debra are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Debra 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 Debra in 2025?
- Debra is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Debra most popular?
- Debra peaked in 1954, reaching #762 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Debra with classmates?
- Debra will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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