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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Rebbecca

Beautiful, or bound by an oath

Pronunciation: Re-BEK-uh (/rɛˈbɛkə/)

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 65
Meaning
Beautiful, or bound by an oath
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
9
Lucky Day
Monday
Lucky Stone
Jasper
Life Path
3
Popularity Score
65
Language
English, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: PinkBlue

What does Rebbecca mean?

From the Hebrew name Rivkah, meaning 'bound by an oath' or 'beautiful'. Rebecca is the wife of Isaac in the Old Testament and the mother of Jacob and Esau.

Rebbecca in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
רבקה
לכבוש או לקשור, שיעבוד או כבוש
Greek
Ρεββέκα
Τὸ δέσιμο ἶναι ἢ τὸ κατακράττειν
Latin
Rebecca
to bind or to tie
English
Rebbecca
To bind, tie, or captivate; a matriarchal name symbolizing servitude and faith

How to pronounce Rebbecca

English pronunciation
Re-BEK-uh
Biblical pronunciation
רְבֵּקָה (Rəḇēqāh)
IPA notation
/rɛˈbɛkə/

Numerology & personality

Expressive, creative, and artistic

Associated Traits
KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

Emblem of faithfulness and commitment

Rebecca's story in the Bible has had a profound impact on Western culture, particularly in shaping the narrative of the romance genre. Her story is characterized by a deep and unwavering love between a husband and wife, demonstrated through her unwavering dedication to Isaac and her role as a mother shaping the futures of her sons. Additionally, Rebecca's deception of Isaac by disguising Jacob as Esau to secure the blessings has culminated in the common phrase "pulling a Rebecca."

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: Genesis (Genesis 24:15)

Popularity of Rebbecca by region

Region Country Score Year
United States US 76 2024
Germany DE 72 2024

Spelling variations of Rebbecca

RebbeccahRebbecce

Names similar to Rebbecca

Frequently asked questions about Rebbecca

What does Rebbecca mean?
The name Rebbecca originates from the Hebrew name Rivkah, meaning 'bound by an oath' or 'beautiful'.
Is Rebbecca a Christianity name?
Yes, the name Rebbecca holds significant religious value in Christianity as the name of Isaac's wife in the Old Testament.
How to pronounce Rebbecca?
Re-beck-ah
Is Rebbecca popular today?
According to recent data, the name Rebbecca has seen a slight increase in popularity in recent years, but it remains a less common name compared to other popular names.
What is the origin of Rebbecca?
The name Rebbecca originated from the Hebrew language and has its roots in the Old Testament as the name of Isaac's wife and the mother of Jacob and Esau.