Deborah Kass

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Deborah Kass — bee
766K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Deborah Kass is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Deborah is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. From Hebrew Devorah (דְּבוֹרָה), meaning "bee." The only female judge mentioned in the Book of Judges. The surname Kass: Kass is a surname. It originated in several different ways, including as a nickname in former eastern territories of Germany from the Czech word kos 'blackbird' or 'shrewd person', from the Estonian word kass 'cat', from the given name Gazo, as an Ashkenazi Jewish surname from the given name Casriel, and possibly as an Americanized spelling of Káš or Kaše. The 2010 United States census found 3,796 people with the surname Kass, making it the 8,655th-most-common surname in the country, compared to 3,523 people (8,599th-most-common) in the 2000 census. Deborah is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 766K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Deborah reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Deborah

Meaning: bee

Hebrew

From Hebrew Devorah (דְּבוֹרָה), meaning "bee." The only female judge mentioned in the Book of Judges.

Surname: Kass

Slavic

Kass is a surname. It originated in several different ways, including as a nickname in former eastern territories of Germany from the Czech word kos 'blackbird' or 'shrewd person', from the Estonian word kass 'cat', from the given name Gazo, as an Ashkenazi Jewish surname from the given name Casriel, and possibly as an Americanized spelling of Káš or Kaše. The 2010 United States census found 3,796 people with the surname Kass, making it the 8,655th-most-common surname in the country, compared to 3,523 people (8,599th-most-common) in the 2000 census.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Deborah is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 15%
Australia 8%
Canada 9%
Brazil 10%
Israel 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Deborah by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Deborah Kass

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Deborah Kass:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Deborah?
The first name Deborah originates from Hebrew. From Hebrew Devorah (דְּבוֹרָה), meaning "bee." The only female judge mentioned in the Book of Judges.
When was Deborah most popular?
The name Deborah reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Kass?
The surname Kass originates from Slavic. Kass is a surname. It originated in several different ways, including as a nickname in former eastern territories of Germany from the Czech word kos 'blackbird' or 'shrewd person', from the Estonian word kass 'cat', from the given name Gazo, as an Ashkenazi Jewish surname from the given name Casriel, and possibly as an Americanized spelling of Káš or Kaše. The 2010 United States census found 3,796 people with the surname Kass, making it the 8,655th-most-common surname in the country, compared to 3,523 people (8,599th-most-common) in the 2000 census.
What are the origins of the name Deborah Kass?
The name Deborah Kass combines two different traditions: the first name Deborah has Hebrew roots, while the surname Kass originates from Slavic.
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