Reby Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: REH-bee /ˈrɛbi/
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: Bright; Hebrew: My shepherd
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Reby has its roots in the Hebrew name "Rivka," which translates to "to bind" or "to tie." This name was adopted into Greek as "Rebekka" and subsequently into Latin as "Rebecca." The name made its way into Old French as "Rebeque" before entering the English language in the Middle Ages, particularly through the influence of the biblical figure Rebecca, the wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau, who is a significant character in the Book of Genesis. The biblical narrative surrounding Rebecca, who is noted for her beauty and resourcefulness, contributed to the name's enduring presence in various cultures.
Historically, the name Rebecca has been borne by numerous notable figures, including saints and queens, which further solidified its status. The name appears in the King James Bible, published in 1611, which helped to standardize its spelling and usage in English-speaking regions.
Throughout the centuries, Rebecca has been a popular name in literature and art, often symbolizing loyalty and familial bonds, reflecting the characteristics of the biblical Rebecca herself. Culturally, the name Reby, as a variant of Rebecca, may carry similar connotations of strength and devotion.
The diminutive forms such as Becky or Reba have also emerged, showcasing the name's adaptability and resonance across different cultures and eras. The name's historical significance and the positive attributes associated with its biblical namesake have contributed to its lasting appeal.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Reby was first seen in the United States in 1924.
Reby has ranked as high as #910 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Reby has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Reby 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 Reby was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Reby
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 Reby.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1924 | 6 |