Deborah
Deborah is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Bee”.
| Meaning | Bee |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | דְּבוֹרָה |
| Pronunciation | DEB-ur-uh |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Israel, Brazil |
Meaning and origin of Deborah
Deborah comes from the Hebrew devorah, 'bee'. In the Book of Judges, Deborah is a prophetess and judge of Israel who summons Barak to battle against the Canaanite general Sisera; the victory song in Judges 5, the Song of Deborah, is among the oldest passages in the Bible. Another Deborah is Rebekah's nurse in Genesis. The name was taken up by English Puritans and was very popular in the mid-twentieth century.
Is Deborah a Jewish name?
Deborah is a biblical name: she is the only female judge named in the Book of Judges and is admired in both Jewish and Christian traditions as a leader and prophet.
How popular is Deborah?
Most popular with mothers' and grandmothers' generations; less common among babies now.
Gifts with the name Deborah
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- Jewish baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Deborah mean?
Deborah means 'Bee'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Deborah a Jewish name?
Deborah is a biblical name: she is the only female judge named in the Book of Judges and is admired in both Jewish and Christian traditions as a leader and prophet.
How do you pronounce Deborah?
Deborah is pronounced DEB-ur-uh.
Is Deborah a boy or girl name?
Deborah is usually a girl name.