Debra

Debra is a name with English origins and is the short form of Deborah. The origin of the name can be traced back to the Hebrew language, where it was derived from D’vorah, so the meaning of Debra is a 'bee'. The name has been used multiple times in biblical scriptures, in its variant name Deborah. In the Holy Bible, Deborah is a heroine and prophetess, who leads the Israelites to safety. It has also appeared in the Old Testament, as Deborah was Rebecca's nurse. It is widely used as a person's first name in western countries. However, most people use it as a nickname for Debbie or Deborah. There are a few famous personalities associated with this name, including Debra Messing. She is an American actress who is known best for her role in the 'Will and Grace' TV series and 'Garfield: The Movie'. 'Will and Grace' is an extremely successful show and has been nominated for many awards, such as a Golden Globe award, which it won.

Gender

Girl

Meaning

bee

Origin

Spelling variation of Deborah

Numerology

D is for delight, a surprise from within.

E is for elegant, born within you.

B is for blossom, a renewal of your spirit.

R is for radiant, it’s your personality!

A is for accepting, your forgiving nature.

Lucky

Debra lucky number is 3.

The number 3 has always held powerful symbolism. Think about good things coming in 3s, the birth-life-death cycle, the mind-body-soul connection, the 3 acts of a typical story. Wherever the number 3 shows up in your life, it's generally an omen of creativity, communication, optimism, and curiosity!

Debra in Pop Culture

• Judy Bunch character in "The Sims 3" computer game
• Judy girl character in the film "My Girl"
• Judy Cooper character on TV's "K.C. Undercover"
• Judy Hopps lead rabbit character in Disney's "Zootopia"
• Judy Shepherd girl character in "Jumanji"