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Rebekah

Girl name · 1,145 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Rebekah: 1,145 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 90 births in 1993.

Rebekah is a variant of Rebecca, which comes from the Hebrew name Rivkah, likely derived from a root meaning "to tie" or "to bind," evoking the idea of a captivating or ensnaring beauty. In the Old Testament, Rebekah is the wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau, a matriarch known for her kindness at the well. The name has been borne by Rebekah Brooks, the British newspaper executive, and Rebekah Vardy, the English media personality. While no major places are directly named after a Rebekah, the name shares its root with the biblical well of Be'er Lahai Roi, a site tied to her story. The spelling Rebekah, with a 'k' and 'h,' is a less common but enduring variant of Rebecca, often chosen for its distinctive biblical feel.