Rivkah
Meaning of Rivkah
Rivkah is the traditional Hebrew form of the name Rebecca, borne by the matriarch who appears in Genesis as the wife of Isaac and mother of Esau and Jacob. Linguistically, it derives from the Hebrew root רִבְקָה (rbq), meaning “to tie” or “to bind,” a construction that conveys notions of connection and steadfastness. In Hebrew and Yiddish pronunciation it is articulated as /ˈriːv.kɑː/ (REEV-kah), while in American English it typically appears as /ˈrɪv.kə/ (RIHV-kə). Although never widespread in contemporary naming charts, Rivkah has maintained a consistent, if modest, presence in U.S. records since the 1950s. In 1955 it peaked at rank 727, and in 2024 it was given to 31 newborns, placing it at 919th—an indicator of its enduring, niche appeal among parents seeking a name with historical depth and cultural resonance.
Pronunciation
Hebrew,Yiddish
- Pronunced as REEV-kah (/ˈri:v.kɑ:/)
American English
- Pronunced as RIHV-kah (/ˈrɪv.kə/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Rivkah
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