Rebella Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: reh-BEL-ah /rɛˈbɛl.ə/
Origin: Latin; Italian
Meaning: Latin: 'rebellious'; Italian: 'little rebel'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Rebella has its roots in the Hebrew name "Rivka," which translates to "to bind" or "to tie." This name was later adopted into Greek as "Rebekka" and subsequently into Latin as "Rebecca." The evolution of the name continued through Old French, where it became "Rebelle" before finally being anglicized to Rebella in English. The linguistic journey reflects a transition from Hebrew through various languages, showcasing the adaptability and enduring nature of the name across cultures and eras.
Historically, the name Rebecca is significant in biblical texts, particularly in the Book of Genesis, where Rebecca is the wife of Isaac and the mother of Jacob and Esau. This narrative has contributed to the name's prominence in Jewish and Christian traditions.
The name gained further recognition through various translations of the Bible, including the King James Version in the early 17th century, which helped solidify its place in Western culture. Throughout the centuries, Rebecca has been a name associated with strong female figures, embodying qualities of loyalty and resourcefulness.
Culturally, the name Rebella and its variants have been embraced in various literary and artistic works, often symbolizing themes of strength and resilience. The name's association with the biblical Rebecca has allowed it to resonate across generations, as she is often viewed as a matriarchal figure in religious narratives.
The diminutive form "Becky" has also emerged, reflecting a more familiar or affectionate usage, though Rebella itself carries a unique and distinct identity that has been shaped by its historical and cultural significance.
Fictional characters named Rebella
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Rebella is a fictional character from the video game series The Legend of Zelda. She is a key character in the game, known for her role in aiding the protagonist on their quest.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rebella was first seen in the United States in 1985.
Rebella has ranked as high as #1390 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Rebella has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Rebella 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 Rebella was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Rebella
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 Rebella.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |