Rebbecca
Rebbecca is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
To tie, bind, or snare.
Origin and history
Rebbecca is a variant spelling of Rebecca, which originates from the Hebrew name Rivkah, traditionally interpreted as meaning 'to tie' or 'snare'. While the double-'b' spelling saw moderate usage in the United States during the late 20th century, it has become rare in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
2,315 babies in the United States have been named Rebbecca since 1880. It ranks #3662 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (35.1 %)
- TX (25.8 %)
- MI (8.7 %)
- IL (7.3 %)
- OH (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 69 |
| 1930-1940 | 24 |
| 1940-1950 | 97 |
| 1950-1960 | 378 |
| 1960-1970 | 381 |
| 1970-1980 | 546 |
| 1980-1990 | 455 |
| 1990-2000 | 271 |
| 2000-2010 | 89 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Becca, Becky, Reba
Fun facts
- The extra 'b' in Rebbecca is a distinct orthographic twist on the classic biblical name Rebecca.
- This specific spelling saw its highest concentration of usage in the United States between the 1970s and 1990s.