Becky

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Becky is a diminutive of Rebecca, derived from the Hebrew name Rivkah meaning 'to bind' or 'to tie.' It became popular as a standalone name in English-speaking countries, carrying a friendly and approachable quality.

Current Popularity

#3992 for girls

in the United States (2025)

↗Declining

Popularity over time

188019502020

Good to Know

Common nicknames: Beck, Bex, Becca, Becks
  • •Extremely easy to spell and pronounce
  • •Often used as a nickname for Rebecca but stands well on its own
  • •Has a friendly, approachable quality that works well across all ages
  • •May be perceived as more casual than the formal Rebecca

Famous People

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Becky Lynch

Professional wrestler and WWE champion

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Becky G

Singer and actress

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Becky Sauerbrunn

Professional soccer player and U.S. Women's National Team captain

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Becky Hammon

Basketball coach and former WNBA player

Statistics

86,898

Total births since 1880

1959

Peak year

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