"to bind, captivating"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Spanish matriarch — Rebecca in her most elegant form
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Meaning & Origin
"snare, ensnaring beauty"
Origin: Biblical Hebrew
Language: Spanish
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The Story of Rebeca
Rebeca is the Spanish and Portuguese spelling of Rebecca, from the Hebrew name 'Rivka,' derived from a root meaning 'to bind' or 'to tie.' Some scholars interpret it as 'captivating' or 'ensnaring beauty.' In the Book of Genesis, Rivka (Rebekah) was the wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau — a decisive, strong woman who shaped the destiny of the Israelite people. The single-c spelling is the standard form across Spanish-speaking countries.
Rebeca has been consistently popular across Latin America and Spain for generations. In Spain, it has been a top-50 name for decades. The single-c spelling distinguishes it as clearly Spanish/Portuguese rather than the English Rebecca, making it the preferred choice in Spanish-speaking communities worldwide.
In the Spanish-speaking Catholic world, Rebeca carries the weight of the biblical matriarch — a woman celebrated for her beauty, hospitality, and decisive action. The name is celebrated on March 23rd in the Catholic calendar. Across Latin America, it represents a beautiful fusion of Hebrew biblical heritage and Romance language culture.
Historical Record
Rebeca first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 13,245 babies have been named Rebeca in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rebeca is past its peak , currently ranked #1,267 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Rebekah appears in Genesis as one of the four matriarchs of Judaism
- Daphne du Maurier's novel Rebecca (1938) is one of the best-selling novels of all time
- Rebeca is among the top 20 names in Spain, while Rebecca barely cracks the top 200 in the US today
Rebeca in Other Languages
French
Rébecca
Hebrew
רִבְקָה
English
Rebecca
Italian
Rebecca
Spanish
Rebeca
Popularity Over Time
#1,267
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 2003
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Rebeca
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Rebeca
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1966
Spanish pop singer known for hits in the 1990s Spanish pop scene
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Second of the four Jewish matriarchs, wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau in Genesis
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Rebecca de Winter Fictional
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The mysterious title character of Daphne du Maurier's 1938 Gothic novel Rebecca
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,267
- Total SSA Count
- 183
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Latin American Hebrew Portuguese
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Beca
Rebe
Becky
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rebeca
What does the name Rebeca mean?
"to bind, captivating" (from Hebrew). "snare, ensnaring beauty" (from Biblical Hebrew). Rebeca is the Spanish and Portuguese spelling of Rebecca, from the Hebrew name 'Rivka,' derived from a root meaning 'to bind' or 'to tie.' Some scholars interpret it as 'captivating' or 'ensnaring beauty.' In the Book of Genesis, Rivka (Rebekah) was the wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau — a decisive, strong woman who shaped the destiny of the Israelite people. The single-c spelling is the standard form across Spanish-speaking countries.
What is the origin of the name Rebeca?
Rebeca has Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew, Spanish, Latin American, and Portuguese origins. In Hebrew, it means "to bind, captivating". In Biblical Hebrew, it means "snare, ensnaring beauty".
Is Rebeca a boy or girl name?
Rebeca is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1267. As a boy name, it is ranked #39811. Rebeca is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Rebeca?
Rebeca is currently ranked #1267 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Rebeca?
Common nicknames for Rebeca include Beca, Rebe, and Becky.
What are good middle names for Rebeca?
Popular middle name pairings include Rebeca Lucia, Rebeca Maria, Rebeca Sofia, Rebeca Isabel, Rebeca Valentina, Rebeca Ana, and Rebeca Elena.
What are good sibling names for Rebeca?
Names that pair well with Rebeca as siblings include Isaac, Daniel, Mateo, Sofia, Valentina, Santiago, and Camila.
How many syllables does Rebeca have?
Rebeca has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Rebeca a common or rare name?
Rebeca is an uncommon name, ranked #1267 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Rebeca
Rebeca is a girl name with Spanish, Latin American, Hebrew, and Portuguese origins . The name means "to bind, captivating" in Hebrew .
Is Rebeca a boy or girl name? Rebeca is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,267 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #39,811. Rebeca is more commonly used as a girl name.
Rebeca is currently ranked #1,267 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Rebeca has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Rebeca include Beca, Rebe, and Becky. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Rebeca include Rebecca, Rebekah, Rebel . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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