Becky
Becky is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
To tie, bind, or ensnare.
Origin and history
Becky is traditionally a diminutive of Rebecca, originating from the Hebrew name Rivkah. It enjoyed immense popularity in the mid-to-late 20th century in the United States, though its usage as an official given name has declined in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
86,898 babies in the United States have been named Becky since 1880. It ranks #410 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1890.
States where it is most popular
- TX (9.2 %)
- CA (8.3 %)
- OH (7 %)
- IL (5.2 %)
- MI (4.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 54 |
| 1890-1900 | 35 |
| 1900-1910 | 49 |
| 1910-1920 | 165 |
| 1920-1930 | 392 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,058 |
| 1940-1950 | 7,727 |
| 1950-1960 | 24,837 |
| 1960-1970 | 29,601 |
| 1970-1980 | 14,309 |
| 1980-1990 | 5,929 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,449 |
| 2000-2010 | 615 |
| 2010-2019 | 467 |
| 2020-2029 | 211 |
Famous people named Becky
- Becky G: Singer, Actress
- Becky Hammon: Basketball Coach, Basketball Player
- Becky Lynch: Wrestler
Fun facts
- Although traditionally a pet form of Rebecca, Becky gained widespread adoption as an independent legal name in the mid-20th century.
- The name was famously featured in Mark Twain's classic novel 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' through the character Becky Thatcher.