Rebekka

Rebekka (Ρεβεκκα) is a female variant of Rebecca, which has its origin in the ancient Hebrew name Rivqah (רִבְקָה). However, the exact meaning of the name is not definitively clarified.

What does the name Rebekka mean?

The name Rebekka (Ρεβεκκα) is derived from Rebecca and traces back to the ancient Hebrew name Rivqah (רִבְקָה). The meanings are diverse and disputed. The name can likely be interpreted as 'the captivating one,' 'the one who creates connections,' or also as 'the enchanting one,' 'the alluring one,' 'the unique one,' and 'the beautiful one.' Its origin is seen in the ancient Hebrew word ribhqeh (רִיבְקָה) for 'a connection' and 'a link,' as well as in the Semitic root rbq (רבק) for 'to bind firmly,' 'to tie,' 'to captivate,' 'to couple,' and 'to connect.' Another interpretation from Hebrew רב קוה could mean 'the great patience' or 'the great expectation.' Additionally, the name Rivqāh could derive from biqrāh, which is derived from the Arabic baqara (بَقَرة) for 'the cow' and 'the cattle,' which could also encompass the meaning 'the kid' (positively intended). An unverified derivation is the translation from Modern Hebrew רבקה as 'the coupling,' which could allude to the biblical connection between Aram and Israel through Rebekka. An Arabic interpretation as 'the noose' from the word rabkatun is also considered. The name became well-known through the Old Testament, where Rebecca is the wife of Isaac and the mother of the twin brothers Esau and Jacob. Other variants include Rebeca, Rebecka, Rebeccah, Rebeka, Rebekah, Rebekkah, Rivka, Riwka, Rifka, Riffka, and Riva.

Where does the name Rebekka come from?

The name Rebekka has its roots in ancient Hebrew and means 'the captivating one' or 'the alluring one.' The ancient Hebrew

How do you pronounce Rebekka?

The pronunciation of Rebekka is three syllables and clearly structured. In German, the name is typically pronounced as 'Re-bek-ka' [ʁeˈbɛka]. It begins with a bright, open 'e' that conveys a sense of lightness. The double consonant '-kk-' provides a distinctive emphasis in the middle of the name. The ending '-a' sounds soft and open. Overall, Rebekka conveys a powerful and harmonious impression - present, tradition-conscious, and strong in character.

When is the name day of Rebekka?

The name days of Rebekka are celebrated on March 23, August 30, and September 12.

Popularity

In Germany, Rebekka is one of the popular first names. Currently, it ranks 989 on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 1983 at position 87. In the last ten years, Rebekka has been given as a first name about 630 times, placing it at 707 in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 606.

Nicknames & pet names

Bebba / Becca / Becci / Beccy / Beck / Becka / Becki / Becks / Becksi / Becky / Begga / Beggy / Bek / Bekka / Bekki / Bekko / Bekky / Bex / Bexxn / Brezel / Bäcker / Böhkki / Ebbe / Ekki / Lekka / Rap-Becca / Re / Reb / Reb-Crep / Reb-Reb / Rebaka / Rebbe / Rebbi / Rebby / Rebe / Rebekki / Rebi / Rebka / Rebse / Rebsi / Rebäcker / Refka / Reh / Reinbekkern / Rekka / Rere / Rex / Weinrebe

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Famous people

• Rebekka Armstrong (model from America)
• Rebekka Bakken (singer)
• Rebekka Findlay (British badminton player)
• Rebekka Fleming (actress)
• Rebekka Guleifsdottir (Icelandic photographer)
• Rebekka Haase (athlete)
• Rebekka Habermas (German historian)
• Rebekka Kadijk (volleyball player from the Netherlands)
• Rebekka Karijord (Norwegian musician)
• Rebekka Kricheldorf (German playwright)
• Rebekka Mathew (Danish singer)
• Rebekka Pax (writer from Germany)
• Rebekka Reinhard (philosopher from Germany)