Rebecca, of Hebrew origin, signifies "to bind together" or "united". It is derived from the Hebrew word 'Ribka', which means "to encircle or tie a knot." This name has been prominent throughout history and literature, with notable figures such as Rebecca Rolfe, the first woman to become a licensed physician in Canada, and Rebecca West, the renowned British author. The name Rebecca also appears in the Bible, where she is the wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob. It gained popularity in the late 19th century and has remained among the top 500 names for girls in the United States since the 1980s.
"Rebecca saw a total of six newborns bear her name in 1987."