Debbie is an English name of American origin, derived from the masculine given name David. The name Debbie is often used as a feminine diminutive of Deborah, which itself comes from the Hebrew name Davida, meaning "beloved" or "my dear." Historically, Debbie has been popular in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, during the mid-20th century. It was among the top 100 names for girls in the U.S. between the 1940s and the late 1970s.
"Debbie was quite popular in 1957 and 1959 with a total of 13 girls born during those years."