Rebecka
Rebecka is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
To tie, bind, or snare; captivating.
Origin and history
Rebecka is a spelling variant of Rebecca, derived from the Biblical Hebrew name Rivkah. It historically carries meanings related to tying, binding, or captivating beauty. In the United States, it is a less common alternative spelling to the traditional Rebecca.
Popularity in the United States
3,319 babies in the United States have been named Rebecka since 1880. It ranks #3084 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2067.
States where it is most popular
- CA (36.4 %)
- TX (16.6 %)
- MI (13.7 %)
- FL (8.2 %)
- OH (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 120 |
| 1960-1970 | 206 |
| 1970-1980 | 547 |
| 1980-1990 | 710 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,010 |
| 2000-2010 | 515 |
| 2010-2019 | 172 |
| 2020-2029 | 34 |
Famous people named Rebecka
- Rebecka Hemse: Actress
- Rebecka Liljeberg: Actress, Doctor
Nicknames
Becca, Becky, Bex
Fun facts
- Rebecka is a phonetic spelling variation of Rebecca, commonly seen in Scandinavian countries like Sweden.
- While Rebecca has historically been a top female name in the U.S., Rebecka remains a rare variant with around 3,300 total occurrences since 1880.