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Hebrew · Girl name

Debora

“bee”

About the name Debora

Debora is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, meaning ‘bee’. It is a biblical name, associated with a prophetess and judge in the Book of Judges, who played a significant role in leading Israel to victory. The name symbolizes industriousness and community, much like bees in nature.

Meaning
bee
Origin
Hebrew
Gender
Girl
Pronunciation
DEB-or-ah(3 syl.)

Variants and spellings

  • Deborah
  • Debra
  • Deborrah

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Middle names for Debora

  • Debora Anne
  • Debora Marie
  • Debora Joy
  • Debora Lynn
  • Debora Claire

Questions about Debora

What does Debora mean?
Debora is a Hebrew name meaning "bee".
How do you pronounce Debora?
Debora is pronounced DEB-or-ah, with emphasis on the first syllable.
What are variants of Debora?
Variants of Debora include Deborah, Debra, Deborrah.

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