Deborah is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew words "davar" meaning "word" and "ah" meaning "swearing oath". Therefore, Deborah means "she who swears an oath." In the Bible, Deborah was a prophetess and judge in ancient Israel. She played a significant role in the story of the Israelites' struggle against the Canaanites. Deborah's name first appeared in the Old Testament Book of Judges, Chapter 4. Throughout history, many notable women have borne this name, including American poet and abolitionist Frances Ellen Watkins Harper (1825-1911), known for her collections of poetry such as "Poems on Miscellaneous Subjects" published in 1845. Today, Deborah remains a popular choice among parents seeking a strong, meaningful name with biblical roots for their daughters.
In the United States, the name Debroha has seen a modest yet steady presence over the years with a total of 37 births recorded since 1954. The peak years for this name were 1956 and 1962, each with 9 and 6 births respectively. Interestingly, there was also a small spike in popularity in 1955 with 6 births that year. Despite these fluctuations, the name Debroha has maintained a consistent presence throughout the years, with an average of around 1 birth per year since its peak in 1956. This data suggests that while not extremely popular, the name Debroha is still recognized and chosen by some parents each year in the United States.