Debian Name Meaning & Origin
/deh-bee-ahn/Name Origin
The name 'Debian' originates from the name of the founder, Ian Murdock, combined with his then-girlfriend Debra Lynn. It is also associated with the Debian Linux operating system, which was named after the founder's girlfriend and the software's community-oriented philosophy.
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German (German) 16%
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Dutch (Dutch) 10%
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Name Details
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Debian
While 'Debian' is primarily known as a Linux distribution, there are no widely recognized individuals with this name. The name is more associated with the open-source project and community.
Debian Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 8
People with this name tend to be: Ambitious, goal-oriented and authoritative.