Debby: Name Meaning, Origin, Nicknames and Popularity

The name Debby is a variant spelling of the name Debbie, which is a diminutive form of the name Deborah. The name Deborah is of Hebrew origin and means "bee." Bees are often associated with hard work, community, and organization. Therefore, the name Debby can be seen as a feminine and sociable name, reflecting qualities of diligence and friendliness.

The name "Debby" is a variant spelling of the name "Debbie" which is often used as a diminutive for the Hebrew name "Devorah" or "Deborah." "Devorah" means "bee" in Hebrew and the name Deborah is popularly associated with the biblical figure Deborah, who was a prophetess and judge in the Book of Judges in the Old Testament. The name Debby/Debbie gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the mid-20th century.

The popularity of the name Debby varies depending on the time period and geographical location.
Historically, the name Debby reached its peak popularity in the United States in the late 1950s and 1960s. During that period, it was a relatively common name. However, its popularity has declined over the years.
In recent times, the name Debby has become less popular, and there are fewer parents choosing this name for their newborns. It is important to note that the exact popularity of the name can vary between countries, regions, and even within different years.
To get the most up-to-date information on the popularity of the name Debby in a specific country or region, you can refer to government databases or websites that provide statistics on baby names.

Some possible variations of the name Debby include:
- Debbie
- Debbi
- Deb
- Debbye
- Debora
- Debra
- Debi
- Debby-Ann
- Debby-Jean
- Debbilyn
- Dabney

Some common nicknames for Debby include:
1. Deb
2. Debs
3. Debbz
4. Debster
5. Dee
6. D-Dawg
7. Double D
8. Debsy
9. Debby-Doo
10. Dizzy Deb

1. Debby Ryan - American actress and singer known for her role in the Disney Channel series "Jessie"
2. Debby Boone - American singer and actress, known for her hit song "You Light Up My Life"
3. Debby Clarke Belichick - Ex-wife of NFL coach Bill Belichick
4. Debby Constantino - American paranormal investigator featured on the TV show "Ghost Adventures"
5. Debby Kerner Rettino - American Christian musician and songwriter
6. Debby Hartman - American professional golfer
7. Debby J. Herbenick - American sex researcher and educator
8. Debby Douglas - British artistic gymnast
9. Debby van Dooren - Dutch former competitive figure skater
10. Debby Schwartz - American screenwriter and television producer