Deb
Deb: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɛb/
Meaning and origin of Deb
- A diminutive of the female given name Deborah.
Etymology
Shortening.
How popular is Deb?
Since 1880, 1,450 girls in the U.S. have been named Deb. Its highest rank for girls was #642 in 1958. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Names similar to Deb
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Sibling name ideas for Deb
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Deb FAQ
What does the name Deb mean?
A diminutive of the female given name Deborah. Shortening.
How popular is the name Deb?
Since 1880, 1,450 girls in the U.S. have been named Deb. Its highest rank for girls was #642 in 1958. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Deb a boy or girl name?
Deb is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 1,450 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.