Rebcca Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: REB-kuh //ˈrɛb.kə//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: 'to bind'; English: 'captivating'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Rebecca has its roots in the Hebrew name רִבְקָה (Rivqah), which is believed to derive from the verb 'r-b-q,' meaning 'to bind' or 'to tie.' This etymology suggests a connotation of connection or binding, which may reflect the qualities attributed to the biblical Rebecca, who is known for her loyalty and nurturing nature. The name was later adopted into Greek as Ρεβέκκα (Rebekka) and subsequently into Latin as Rebeccah, before making its way into Old French as Rebeque and eventually into Middle English as Rebecca during the medieval period.
Historically, Rebecca is a significant figure in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the Book of Genesis, where she is introduced as the wife of Isaac and the mother of Jacob and Esau. Her story, which includes themes of faith, family, and divine providence, has been influential in Jewish and Christian traditions.
The name gained further prominence in the Christian context through various translations of the Bible, including the King James Version published in 1611, which helped solidify its use in English-speaking cultures. Culturally, Rebecca has been associated with virtues such as loyalty, kindness, and resourcefulness, reflecting the character of the biblical Rebecca.
The name has also been embraced in various literary and artistic works throughout history, contributing to its enduring presence in Western culture. Additionally, diminutive forms like Becca have emerged, though they are not as historically significant as the full name.
Overall, Rebecca's rich etymological background and historical significance have contributed to its lasting resonance across different cultures and eras.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rebcca was first seen in the United States in 1975.
Rebcca has ranked as high as #1138 nationally, which occurred in 1985, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Rebcca has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Rebcca is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Rebcca was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Rebcca
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Rebcca.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |