Rivka

Meaning of Rivka

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

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

Popularity of Rivka

Rivka is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #629 in 2025 from #963 in 2011.

Notable people named Rivka

• Rebekah
  Biblical figure, Isaac's wife
• Rivka Galchen
  Canadian-American novelist
• Rivka Carmi
  Israeli pediatrician, university president
• Rivka Miriam
  Israeli artist and poet
• Rivka Neumann
  Holocaust survivor, educator

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Questions about the name Rivka

What does the name Rivka mean?

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

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

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

How popular is the name Rivka?

In 2025, Rivka ranked #629 for girls, up from #708 the year before.

When was Rivka most popular?

Rivka peaked at #629 in 2025.