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Debra

DEHB-ruh

Debra (name) means a female first name popular in the 1950s and 1960s, a spelling variant of Deborah. Example: “Debra grew up in the same era as many other Deborahs, just with a different spelling.”

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A female first name popular in the 1950s and 1960s, a spelling variant of Deborah.
"Debra grew up in the same era as many other Deborahs, just with a different spelling."

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In plain EnglishA variant spelling of Deborah, popular mid-century.

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Etymology

A twentieth-century spelling variant of Deborah.

· First attested 1900

Class of 1900 Debra joined the language around 1900.
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Deb Debbie Debbra Deborah Devorah

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Debra” mean?

The word “Debra” means a female first name popular in the 1950s and 1960s, a spelling variant of Deborah. In plain terms, a variant spelling of Deborah, popular mid-century.

How do you pronounce “Debra”?

“Debra” is pronounced DEHB-ruh (/ˈdɛbɹə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Debra” in a sentence?

Here is “Debra” used in a sentence: “Debra grew up in the same era as many other Deborahs, just with a different spelling.”

What part of speech is “Debra”?

“Debra” is a name.

Where does the word “Debra” come from?

The word “Debra” dates back to around 1900. A twentieth-century spelling variant of Deborah.

Is “Debra” a common word?

“Debra” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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