Becky is a diminutive of the name Rebecca, which has its origins in Hebrew. In Hebrew, Rebecca means "to bind" or "to attach." The name Rebecca was popular among Jews throughout history and was even used by some early Christians due to its biblical significance.
The name Rebecca first appears in the Bible as the wife of Isaac and the mother of Jacob and Esau. She is known for her faith, kindness, and intelligence, qualities that have made the name Rebecca popular among many cultures over time.
Becky became a popular given name on its own during the late 19th century. It was often used as a nickname for Rebecca but eventually became an independent name in its own right. Today, Becky is still widely used as both a full name and a diminutive.
Some notable people named Becky include American actress Becky Ann Baker, known for her role on the television show "Freaks and Geeks," and Australian singer Becky G, whose real name is Rebbeca Marie Gomez. These examples illustrate how the name Becky can be found across different cultures and professions around the world.
"Becky's popularity as a name peaked between the late 50s and early 70s, with over 4,000 births per year during those decades. However, it has significantly declined since then, with less than 100 Becky births per year from 1982 onwards."