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Rebecca

Rebecca is a girl's name derived from the Hebrew Rivkah, meaning "to bind or tie." In the bible, Rebecca was Isaac's wife and the mother of Jacob and Esau. Rebecca has been used for girls in the US since the 1600s and experienced a resurgence in the 1970s. If you are looking for a sweet name to strengthen your special bond with baby, Rebecca is a worthy contender. You can also shorten it to Becca or Becky to create an adorable nickname.
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Meaning

To bind, tie

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Pronunciation

reh-BEK-uh

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Traits

  • Kind
  • Graceful
  • Loyal
  • Intelligent

Compatibility

Rebecca is a classic name that pairs well with traditional or modern sibling names. It also serves as a strong and elegant middle name choice. Culturally, Rebecca can fit within various backgrounds and styles, making it a versatile option for many families.

Kind Graceful Loyal Intelligent

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Rebecca Ferguson

Rebecca Ferguson

Singer

Born: October 19, 1986 · Stockholm, Sweden

Portrait of Rebecca Romijn

Rebecca Romijn

Actress, Model

Born: November 6, 1972 · Berkeley, California, USA

Portrait of Rebecca Hall

Rebecca Hall

Actress

Born: May 19, 1982 · London, England

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Rebecca Original form
  • Rebekah Biblical variant
  • Rivka Hebrew
  • Arabic
  • Japanese Katakana
  • Chinese (Simplified)
  • Hebrew
  • Georgian
  • Hindi/Devanagari
  • Russian

Cultural Adaptations

  • رفقاء (Rifqa) Arabic
  • レベッカ (Rebekka) Japanese Katakana
  • 丽贝卡 (Lìbèikǎ) Chinese (Simplified)
  • רִבְקָה (Rivkah) Hebrew
  • რებეკა (Rebeka) Georgian
  • रेबेका (Rebeka) Hindi/Devanagari
  • Ребекка (Rebekka) Russian

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rebecca

What does Rebecca mean?
To bind, tie
What is the origin of Rebecca?
Rebecca has Hebrew origins.
Is Rebecca popular?
Rebecca has been viewed 119 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Rebecca?
Similar names include Ade, Lorenzo, Merilyn, Mia, Joy.
How do you pronounce Rebecca?
Rebecca is pronounced reh-BEK-uh.

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