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At a Glance
- Meaning
- To bind or tie (variant spelling of Rebecca)
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- ri-BEK-ah
Rebekah is a classic Hebrew girl's name, pronounced ri-BEK-ah, and a variant spelling of Rebecca. It means "to bind or tie." The vintage feel and the -ah ending give a familiar name a slightly different look on paper.
Meaning & Origin of Rebekah
Meaning: To bind or tie (variant spelling of Rebecca).
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Rebekah
ri-BEK-ahIPA /rɪˈbɛkə/
Popularity of Rebekah
Rebekah peaked at #143 in 1982, when 2,059 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #877 with 307 babies, so it's now a quieter name that you won't hear on every playground.
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FAQ
What does the name Rebekah mean?
To bind or tie (variant spelling of Rebecca). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Rebekah?
Rebekah is pronounced ri-BEK-ah (IPA: /rɪˈbɛkə/).
Is Rebekah a popular name right now?
Rebekah peaked at #143 in 1982 and is ranked #877 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1883–2024.)
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