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  REBEKAH

The meaning of the unisex name Rebekah is CAPTIVATING.

Details on REBEKAH:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
Captivating
Popularity for Girl:
1,692nd in the USA (top 5%)
Popularity for Boy:
29,177th in the USA (bottom 45%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

307 births
REBEKAH as a GIRL in 2024
5 births
REBEKAH as a BOY in 2004

The meaning(s) of REBEKAH:

The name Rebekah is a Biblical baby name. In Biblical the meaning of the name Rebekah is: Fat, fattened, a quarrel appeased.
Biblical meaning
The name Rebekah is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Rebekah is: Fat, fattened, a quarrel appeased.
American meaning
The name Rebekah is a Hebrew baby name. In Hebrew the meaning of the name Rebekah is: Captivating; knotted cord. Wife of Isaac in the Old Testament.
Hebrew meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for REBEKAH:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name REBEKAH

 REBEKAH as a girl

YearGirl Births
2024307 births
2023252 births
2022287 births
2021331 births
2020351 births
2019399 births
2018415 births
2017495 births
2016527 births
2015601 births
2014623 births
2013658 births
2012712 births
2011716 births
2010793 births
2009888 births

 REBEKAH as a boy

YearBoy Births
20045 births
19907 births
198912 births
19885 births
19878 births
19868 births
19856 births
198411 births
19837 births
19828 births
19818 births
198010 births
197811 births
19766 births
19747 births

About the name REBEKAH

Rebekah, a name steeped in rich historical and cultural significance, originates from the Hebrew name *Rivqah*, meaning “to bind” or “to tie.” This name blossoms through the pages of the Bible, where Rebekah, the wife of Isaac, embodies qualities of strength, loyalty, and resourcefulness. In Jewish tradition, she is revered as a matriarch, symbolizing the nurturing spirit of family and the bonds that unite generations. Rebekah finds resonance in various cultures, notably in English-speaking countries, where it remains a beloved choice, blending tradition with modernity. Its variations, such as Rebecca, are embraced in diverse regions, from the lush valleys of Italy to the sun-drenched landscapes of Spain, and even in the vibrant communities of Ethiopia, where it takes on unique local flavors. With its gentle sound and profound meaning, Rebekah is not just a name but a tapestry of heritage, ideal for the little one destined to weave connections and foster love in their journey through life.

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