Debra
Meaning: Bee, a name of depth and meaning
Origin: Hebrew
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #87
Total births: 6,524
History: Debra peaked in the 1960s-70s in Australia. The name has a strong, practical character. Debra represents the generation of Australian women who transformed the workforce — entering careers their mothers could never have imagined.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1973) | #99 |
| Babies named Debra in 1973 | 79 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 6,524 |
| Peak year | 1958 (794 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #6 |
| Years in records | 1953–1973 (20 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 42 spots |
Frequently asked about Debra
What does the name Debra mean?
Debra means “Bee, a name of depth and meaning” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Debra?
Debra has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Bee, a name of depth and meaning”.
How popular is Debra in Australia?
Debra ranked #99 in Australia in 1973 — given to 79 babies that year.
When was Debra most popular?
Debra peaked in 1958 with 794 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Debra a boy or girl name?
Debra is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Debras in registered births are female.
Is the name Debra rising or falling in popularity?
Debra has fallen 42 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #57 in 1968 to #99 in 1973.
How long has Debra been recorded in Australia?
Debra appears in birth records in Australia across 20 years — from 1953 through 1973.