Rebeka Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rebeka is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'to bind' or 'to tie.' It evolved from the Hebrew Rivkah through Latin and Old French influences into its current forms in English. The name is biblically significant, associated with the matriarch Rebeka, wife of Isaac. It has gained popularity throughout history, particularly during the Reformation, and is viewed positively in modern times. Variants include Rebecca and Becky, with notable figures bearing this name.
The name Rebeka 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Rebeka has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled 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, 'Rebeka' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7881st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3727th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1958th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2549th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6095th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rebeka' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rebeka"
Pronunciation
/rəˈbiːkə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Rebeka comes from the Hebrew name רִבְקָה (Rivkah), which is believed to mean 'to bind' or 'to tie.'
Meaning
to bind, to tie
Language Evolution
Hebrew: רִבְקָה (Rivkah), Latin: Rebecca, Old French: Rebeque, Middle English: Rebekke
Biblical Background
Rebeka 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 in use since.
Variants & Derivatives
Rebecca, Rebeccah, Becky, Becca
Modern Popularity & Image
Rebeka is seen as a classic and timeless name, often associated with femininity and grace.
Famous People
Rebecca West, a prominent British author and journalist, Rebecca Romijn, an American actress and model, Rebekah Brooks, a British journalist and executive
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rebeka"
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 "Rebeka"
"Rebeka" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7881st of 12526 | 35 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3727th of 19264 | 272 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1958th of 27321 | 1,038 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2549th of 35406 | 1,060 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6095th of 30306 | 242 |
Regional Popularity of "Rebeka" 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 "Rebeka" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - |
80.61% 3260th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
57.88% 2133rd/3685 |
48.72% 2180th/4475 |
38.27% 1988th/5194 |
31.90% 2015th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
63.20% 2896th/4582 |
60.19% 3108th/5164 |
34.28% 2507th/7313 |
29.52% 2203rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
63.03% 4300th/6822 |
84.00% 5272nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rebeka"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rebeka" 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.