Declining since 1995.
Popularity of Rabecca since 1955
Babies named Rabecca per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 11 |
| 1960s | 53 |
| 1970s | 170 |
| 1980s | 222 |
| 1990s | 278 |
| 2000s | 111 |
| 2010s | 24 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Rabecca is a variant spelling of the classic biblical name Rebecca. While the standard spelling Rebecca has enjoyed enduring popularity, Rabecca remains a rare alternative. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1955 and reached its peak usage in 1996, though it never entered the top 1000. Since 1995, its usage has been on a downward trajectory, reflecting a broader trend away from less common spelling variants. Despite its rarity, Rabecca carries the same rich heritage as Rebecca, a name borne by a matriarch in the Hebrew Bible.
Rabecca is a variant spelling of Rebecca, which derives from the Hebrew name Rivqah, from the root r-b-q meaning 'to bind' or 'to tie,' perhaps implying a captivating beauty or a connection to a noose for tying animals. In the Old Testament, Rebecca was the wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau. The spelling Rabecca emerged as an alternative in English-speaking countries, particularly in the 20th century, but never reached the popularity of the standard Rebecca.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Becky, Becca, Bex
Sibling names for Rabecca
Names that share Rabecca's style, for a brother or sister.
