Rebeka
Rebeka is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
To tie, bind, or captivating.
Origin and history
Rebeka is a spelling variant of the classic biblical name Rebecca, originating from the Hebrew name Rivkah. It historically means to tie, bind, or captivating. In the United States, Rebeka is an uncommon alternative spelling compared to Rebecca or Rebekah.
Popularity in the United States
2,660 babies in the United States have been named Rebeka since 1880. It ranks #3422 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2027.
States where it is most popular
- CA (36.9 %)
- TX (30.3 %)
- FL (8.1 %)
- NY (8 %)
- IL (3.4 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 11 |
| 1960-1970 | 56 |
| 1970-1980 | 210 |
| 1980-1990 | 458 |
| 1990-2000 | 850 |
| 2000-2010 | 688 |
| 2010-2019 | 313 |
| 2020-2029 | 74 |
Nicknames
Beka, Bekah, Becca, Bekk
Fun facts
- Rebeka derives from the ancient Hebrew name Rivkah, which appears in the Book of Genesis.
- While Rebecca and Rebekah are the most common U.S. forms, Rebeka offers a modern, streamlined look.