Rebeca Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rebeca is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'to bind' or 'to tie'. It has evolved through various languages, including Latin and Old French, retaining its core meaning. Associated with the biblical figure who played a pivotal role in the lineage of Israel, the name has remained popular throughout history and is viewed positively in modern times, symbolizing beauty and strength.
The name Rebeca is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Rebeca has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Rebeca' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2195th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1726th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1590th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1057th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 804th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 860th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1299th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rebeca' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rebeca"
Pronunciation
/rɪˈbɛkə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Rebeca is derived from the Hebrew name 'Rivkah'. It is often interpreted to mean 'to bind' or 'to tie'.
Meaning
to bind, to tie
Language Evolution
Hebrew: Rivkah, Latin: Rebeccah, Old French: Rebeque, Spanish/Portuguese: Rebeca
Biblical Background
Rebeca is a significant figure in the Bible, known as the wife of Isaac and the mother of Jacob and Esau.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Protestant Reformation and has remained common since.
Variants & Derivatives
Rebecca, Rebekah, Becky, Reba
Modern Popularity & Image
Rebeca is perceived as a classic and timeless name, often associated with beauty, loyalty, and strength.
Famous People
Rebeca Leigh, an American actress, Rebeca Grynspan, a Costa Rican politician, Rebeca Sanches, a Brazilian artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rebeca"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Rebeca"
"Rebeca" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2195th of 9107 | 279 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1726th of 9204 | 403 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1590th of 12526 | 820 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1057th of 19264 | 1,845 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 804th of 27321 | 3,812 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 860th of 35406 | 4,678 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1299th of 30306 | 2,178 |
Regional Popularity of "Rebeca" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Rebeca" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
42.27% 1000th/2366 |
100.00% 1142nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
37.40% 880th/2353 |
71.30% 1103rd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
87.20% 1942nd/2227 |
74.32% 1806th/2430 |
39.40% 1124th/2853 |
31.82% 883rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
44.47% 1306th/2937 |
34.83% 1213th/3483 |
28.37% 998th/3518 |
17.80% 720th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
32.78% 1208th/3685 |
22.77% 1019th/4475 |
16.15% 839th/5194 |
8.69% 549th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
29.90% 1370th/4582 |
21.48% 1109th/5164 |
11.01% 805th/7313 |
8.74% 652nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
61.70% 2458th/3984 |
32.72% 1468th/4487 |
16.95% 1156th/6822 |
17.19% 1079th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rebeca"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rebeca" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.