Origin and Meaning of Rebbecca
Meaning & Origin
To tie, to bind
Origin: Hebrew - Derived from the Hebrew name Rivka (רִבְקָה), which means 'to bind' or 'to tie'.
Interesting Facts
- Rebbecca is a variant spelling of Rebecca, which is a name found in the Bible.
- In various cultures, Rebecca is spelled differently, such as Rebeca (Spanish and Portuguese) and Rabekka (Scandinavian).
- Notable bearers include Rebecca of the Bible, who was the wife of Isaac, and Rebecca Nurse, a key figure in the Salem witch trials.
- Rebecca has generally maintained popularity in English-speaking countries, often ranking highly in baby name charts, particularly during the 1980s and 1990s.
- Related names include Becca, Beckie, and Rivka, alongside various international variants.