Debbie
Debbie (name) means a common short form of the female name Deborah. Example: “Everyone calls her Debbie, even though her birth certificate says Deborah.”
How to use Debbie
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA nickname for Deborah.
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Everyone calls her _____, even though her birth certificate says Deborah.
Etymology
Formed from Deborah plus the affectionate ending "-ie".
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Rhymes for Debbie
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What does “Debbie” mean?
The word “Debbie” means a common short form of the female name Deborah. In plain terms, a nickname for Deborah.
How do you pronounce “Debbie”?
“Debbie” is pronounced DEH-bee (/ˈdɛbi/ in IPA).
How do you use “Debbie” in a sentence?
Here is “Debbie” used in a sentence: “Everyone calls her Debbie, even though her birth certificate says Deborah.”
What part of speech is “Debbie”?
“Debbie” is a name.
Is “Debbie” a common word?
“Debbie” is an uncommon word in modern English.
Is "Debbie" short for "Deborah"?
Yes, "Debbie" is a common short form of the female name "Deborah." It is used both as a casual nickname for someone named Deborah and, in some cases, as a given name in its own right.
Are there other nicknames for "Deborah" besides "Debbie"?
Yes, "Deborah" has several common short forms, including "Debbie," "Deb," and "Debby." These variants are used interchangeably as informal versions of the full name.
Is "Debbie" ever used as a formal given name rather than just a nickname?
Yes, although "Debbie" started as a short form of "Deborah," it is sometimes given directly as a name on its own, particularly since the mid-20th century. In such cases it functions as a standalone first name rather than a nickname.