Rebecca
Rebecca is a classic Hebrew name meaning 'to bind' or 'captivating,' originating from the biblical matriarch Rebekah, wife of Isaac. The name has been beloved across centuries for its timeless elegance and strong literary associations.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 845. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 2,119
- 2012: 2,019
- 2013: 1,806
- 2014: 1,782
- 2015: 1,728
- 2016: 1,580
- 2017: 1,433
- 2018: 1,459
- 2019: 1,263
- 2020: 1,212
- 2021: 1,051
- 2022: 1,075
- 2023: 985
- 2024: 918
- 2025: 872
- 2026 (projected): 845
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Works well in professional settings while remaining approachable
- •Strong biblical and literary heritage (Daphne du Maurier's classic novel)
- •Multiple nickname options allow for personalization
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Statistics
755,992
Total births since 1880
1981
Peak year
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