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Rebeca

Girl name · 15 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Rebeca: 15 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 5 births in 2019.

A variant of the classic Rebecca, Rebeca derives from the Hebrew name Rivkah, meaning "to bind" or "to tie"—often interpreted as "captivating" or "ensnaring beauty." This spelling is especially popular in Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking countries, giving it a warm, international feel. One notable bearer is the Brazilian gymnast Rebeca Andrade, who dazzled at the Tokyo and Paris Olympics with multiple medals, bringing modern fame to the name. While no specific places share the exact spelling, the root echoes the biblical Rebecca, wife of Isaac, whose name has inspired countless locations, from Rebekah in the Bible to Rebecca, Georgia. The name also appears as a Scots variant in some historical records, though it remains rarer in Scotland than the standard “Rebecca.”