Deborah Schimmel

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Deborah Schimmel — bee
766K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Deborah Schimmel 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 Schimmel: Annemarie Schimmel (1922–2003), German Islam scholar Caroline Fearey Hover Scimmel (born 1944), librarian, scholar, creator of the University of Pennsylvania Kislak Library collection of Narratives of Women in the American Wilderness, featured in the documentary, The Booksellers, 2019 Corrie Schimmel (born 1939), Dutch swimmer Hendrik Jan Schimmel (1823–1906), Dutch poet and novelist Henry S. 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: Schimmel

English

Annemarie Schimmel (1922–2003), German Islam scholar Caroline Fearey Hover Scimmel (born 1944), librarian, scholar, creator of the University of Pennsylvania Kislak Library collection of Narratives of Women in the American Wilderness, featured in the documentary, The Booksellers, 2019 Corrie Schimmel (born 1939), Dutch swimmer Hendrik Jan Schimmel (1823–1906), Dutch poet and novelist Henry S.

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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 Schimmel

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 Schimmel:

9
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Schimmel?
The surname Schimmel originates from English. Annemarie Schimmel (1922–2003), German Islam scholar Caroline Fearey Hover Scimmel (born 1944), librarian, scholar, creator of the University of Pennsylvania Kislak Library collection of Narratives of Women in the American Wilderness, featured in the documentary, The Booksellers, 2019 Corrie Schimmel (born 1939), Dutch swimmer Hendrik Jan Schimmel (1823–1906), Dutch poet and novelist Henry S.
What are the origins of the name Deborah Schimmel?
The name Deborah Schimmel combines two different traditions: the first name Deborah has Hebrew roots, while the surname Schimmel originates from English.
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