Origin and Meaning of the Name Rebecca
Gender:
Girl
Origin:
Hebrew
Usage:
English, biblical
Meaning:
Rebecca is a Hebrew name meaning "to tie," or "bind." A secondary meaning is "beautiful" or "desirable." In the bible, Rebecca is the wife of Isaac and the mother of Jacob.
Popularity:
Rebecca is number 19 in Today's Top Names!
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2008 Rank:
119
Trend:
2007 Rank:
105
2006 Rank:
96
2005 Rank:
82
2004 Rank:
72
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