Girl name
Rebecca name meaning
“bond, one who binds”
Rebecca is a feminine name traditionally meaning bond or one who binds. It comes from Hebrew Rivqah through Greek and Latin and is commonly linked to a root meaning to bind. Its original meaning is disputed, while the familiar interpretation follows that traditional connection with binding.
What does Rebecca mean?
Bond, one who binds
In Indonesian: ikatan, yang mengikat
Origin and cultural usage of Rebecca
Rebecca comes from Hebrew Rivqah through Greek and Latin. It is traditionally associated with a root meaning to bind, although its original meaning is disputed.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Rebecca
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Rebecca, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Rebecca: bond, one who binds
- Tamara: a date palm
- Esterina: star
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Meaning of each word
- Rebecca: bond, one who binds
- Yustin: just, upholding what is right
- Katherine: pure, in traditional interpretation
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Rebecca Vera
Meaning of each word
- Rebecca: bond, one who binds
- Vera: faith or belief
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Meaning of each word
- Gloria: glory; great honor
- Rebecca: bond, one who binds
- Kristina: follower of Christ
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Rebecca Felicia
Meaning of each word
- Rebecca: bond, one who binds
- Felicia: fortunate, happy
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Meaning of each word
- Rebecca: bond, one who binds
- Angelina: messenger, bearer of a message
- Eunike: good victory
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How to pronounce Rebecca
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦫꦺꦧꦺꦕ꧀ꦕ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮛᮨᮘᮨᮎ᮪ᮎ |
Is Rebecca a girl’s name?
Yes, Rebecca is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Rebecca ranks #1,340 among girl names in our data sample (7 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Rebecca
- Rebecca Klopper · b. 2001
- Rebecca Suwignyo
- Rebecca Tamara · b. 1994
- Rebecca Soejati Reijman · b. 1985
- Rebecca Suryati Siregar · b. 1974
FAQ about the name Rebecca
What is the meaning of Rebecca?
Rebecca means bond, one who binds. Rebecca comes from Hebrew Rivqah through Greek and Latin. It is traditionally associated with a root meaning to bind, although its original meaning is disputed.
Is Rebecca a girl’s name?
Yes, Rebecca is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Rebecca?
Rebecca is of Hebrew, Greek and Latin origin.
How many syllables does Rebecca have?
Rebecca has 3 syllables (Re-bec-ca) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Rebecca?
Rebecca ranks #1,340 among girl names in our data sample (7 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Rebecca?
Some ideas: Rebecca Tamara Esterina; Rebecca Yustin Katherine; Rebecca Vera.
Famous people named Rebecca?
Notable people named Rebecca include Rebecca Klopper, Rebecca Suwignyo, Rebecca Tamara.
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