Dette
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Dette is a girl’s name of French origin, meaning “Short form of Bernadette, a French name meaning 'brave as a bear'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1965.
What Dette Means
“Short form of Bernadette, a French name meaning 'brave as a bear'.”
The Story of Dette
Hear a name that echoes with the courage of a wild creature, a whisper of untamed spirit.
Dette, first recorded in 1962, is a French name often shortened from Bernadette, meaning 'brave as a bear.' It carries a subtle strength, a nod to independence that emerged most vividly in its peak year of 1965.
You imagine your daughter with this name, a child possessing a bold spirit and an independent heart. She is a force of nature, strong and fearless in her pursuit of her own path.
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Peak Year
#7 in 1965
Total Births
36
First Recorded
1962
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