How Many People Are Named Debbie?
Complete statistics for the name Debbie: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Debbie, a rare female name of British origin, stands out with just 1 in 2,034 Americans bearing it today. That's around 162,258 people who call themselves Debbie across the country. With 83% over 60, it's clear Debbie is a name of the older generation.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 9 symbolizes humanitarianism and compassion, reflecting a deep sense of empathy and generosity.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 65All 188,257 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1959Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Debbie Through the Generations
Debbie peaked in popularity in 1959 when 19,590 babies were given this name, making it a classic choice of the mid-20th century. Today, the name has a significant age skew, with 156,283 people over 60, compared to just 1,348 under 30. This trend reflects its status as an old-school name, with fewer younger parents choosing it for their children.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
📄 About the Name Debbie
How Many People Have the Name Debbie?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 162,258 people in the United States currently share the name Debbie. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,034 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Debbie a Common or Rare Name?
Debbie is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Debbie in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Debbie Most Popular?
The name Debbie reached peak popularity in 1959, with 19,590 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Debbie?
Approximately 162,258 people named Debbie live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 188,257. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,034 Americans.
Is Debbie a rare name?
Debbie is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,034 Americans has this name.
What does the name Debbie mean?
The meaning and origin of Debbie are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Debbie more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Debbie are male and 100% are female.
When was Debbie most popular?
Debbie peaked in 1959 with 19,590 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.