Rebeca
Rebeca is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
To tie, bind, or captivating.
Origin and history
Rebeca is a variant spelling of the classic Biblical name Rebecca, derived from the Hebrew name Rivkah. In the United States, it is widely used, particularly among Hispanic communities and families seeking a single 'c' spelling. It has maintained steady popularity as an elegant, traditional choice.
Popularity in the United States
14,193 babies in the United States have been named Rebeca since 1880. It ranks #1321 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1181.
States where it is most popular
- CA (34.5 %)
- TX (27.7 %)
- FL (7.3 %)
- NY (7 %)
- IL (5.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 20 |
| 1910-1920 | 84 |
| 1920-1930 | 249 |
| 1930-1940 | 213 |
| 1940-1950 | 204 |
| 1950-1960 | 392 |
| 1960-1970 | 717 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,298 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,798 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,105 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,122 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,941 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,040 |
Famous people named Rebeca
- Rebeca Andrade: Gymnast, Athlete
- Rebeca Mateus: Author, Writer
Nicknames
Beca, Becca, Reba
Fun facts
- The original Hebrew name Rivkah is traditionally interpreted as meaning 'to tie' or 'captivating'.
- The single-c spelling 'Rebeca' is standard in Spanish, Portuguese, and Romanian.