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Rebekka

Girl name · 104 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Rebekka: 104 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 12 births in 1995.

Rebekka is a variant of Rebecca, ultimately from the Hebrew Rivkah, thought to mean “to tie” or “bind,” evoking the idea of a captivating or binding presence. In the Bible, Rebekah (often rendered Rebekka in some translations) was the wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau, a figure of hospitality and strength. Notable modern bearers include Swedish singer Rebekka Steen and Norwegian jazz artist Rebekka Bakken, both celebrated in their home countries. While no major places share the exact spelling, several towns named Rebecca are found in Georgia and South Africa. In Scotland, Rebekka remains far less common than the standard Rebecca, but it appears occasionally, especially among families with Scandinavian or continental European connections who prefer the double-k spelling for a slightly different feel.