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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Short form of Rebecca, which comes from Hebrew and is often taken to mean 'to tie' or 'to bind'
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- BEKS
Bex is a short, punchy name pronounced BEKS. It's an English short form of Rebecca, a name that comes from Hebrew and is often taken to mean 'to tie' or 'to bind'. If you love Rebecca but want something quick and casual, Bex gives you a way to get there.
Meaning & Origin of Bex
Meaning: Short form of Rebecca, which comes from Hebrew and is often taken to mean 'to tie' or 'to bind'.
Origin: English.
How to Pronounce Bex
BEKSIPA /bɛks/
Popularity of Bex
In the U.S. Social Security data from 2015 to 2024, Bex ranked #5249 in 2024, with 18 babies given the name that year. That's also its highest ranking in that span, so it's a rare name you're unlikely to hear often.
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FAQ
What does the name Bex mean?
Short form of Rebecca, which comes from Hebrew and is often taken to mean ‘to tie’ or ‘to bind’.
How do you pronounce Bex?
Bex is pronounced BEKS (IPA: /bɛks/).
Is Bex a popular name right now?
Bex is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #5249 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2015–2024.)
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