Rebecca

Meaning of Rebecca

Rebecca means "to tie" or "to bind." It can also mean "captivating."

Rebecca has Hebrew roots — browse every Hebrew baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Rebecca

Rebecca has held fairly steady, sitting around #350 in 2025 after peaking at #39 in 2000.

Notable people named Rebecca

• Rebecca Romijn
  Actress and former model
• Rebecca Black
  Singer and YouTuber
• Rebecca Ferguson
  Swedish actress
• Rebecca Hall
  British actress
• Rebecca Lobo
  Basketball player and analyst

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Questions about the name Rebecca

What does the name Rebecca mean?

Rebecca means rebecca means "to tie" or "to bind." it can also mean "captivating.", and it comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Rebecca a boy's or a girl's name?

Rebecca is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Rebecca?

In 2025, Rebecca ranked #350 for girls, down from #342 the year before.

When was Rebecca most popular?

Rebecca peaked at #39 in 2000.