Devorah
How to say it: deh-VOH-ruh · /dəˈvoʊrə/
Hebrew original of Deborah meaning 'bee' - traditional biblical name still used observantly.
Devorah was the 874th most popular girls’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 163 babies (Social Security Administration). The 2020s are its busiest decade so far, its births are up about 61% in ten years, and it is projected to rise to #803 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among girls’ names, 2025 | #874 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 163 |
| Share of births | 1 in 13,052 |
| Peak decade | 2020s |
| Change over 10 years | +61% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #803 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Right now marks the strongest chapter so far for rising Devorah. The 2020s hold it at its peak with more rise foreseen.
What goes with it
Breathy and crisp together, Devorah carries a biblical resonance. Rivka and Chaya align in spirit.
Nicknames
- Devi
- Dora
Other spellings
Honouring a Devorah in the family
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Devorah is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English, Hebrew.
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