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The name Rebecca originates from the Hebrew name Rivqah, meaning 'to bind' or 'to tie.' It has evolved through Latin as Rebekka to its modern form in English. The name is associated with biblical significance as Isaac's wife. Historically, it gained popularity during the Protestant Reformation and has maintained a classic status, embodying traits of beauty and loyalty. Notable bearers include authors and actresses, contributing to its modern perception as a timeless name.

The name Rebecca is most popular in Alaska, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest 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 gradually declining. From 2020-2022, Rebecca has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, too rising for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too rising for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too rising for female in South, stalled for male in West, too rising for female in West. Across generations, 'Rebecca' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3722nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2958th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1733rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1225th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1769th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8496th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21250th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 172nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 136th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 36th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 16th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 20th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 56th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 233rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rebecca' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.