Rebecca
Rebecca (name) means a female given name originating from the Bible [in turn from Hebrew], in regular use since the Reformation. Example: “They would say, if 'twas Rebecca, That she is a little Quaker.”
Word forms
Rebeccas plural, Rebeccas plural
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They would say, if 'twas _____, That she is a little Quaker.
Etymology
The Vulgate (Latin) form of biblical Rebekah, from Hebrew רִבְקָה (Rivka, “enchantingly beautiful, captivating, snare”).
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What does “Rebecca” mean?
The word “Rebecca” means a female given name originating from the Bible [in turn from Hebrew], in regular use since the Reformation.
How do you pronounce “Rebecca”?
“Rebecca” is pronounced rih-BEH-kuh (/ɹɪˈbɛkə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Rebecca” in a sentence?
Here is “Rebecca” used in a sentence: “They would say, if 'twas Rebecca, That she is a little Quaker.”
What part of speech is “Rebecca”?
Depending on how it is used, “Rebecca” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Rebecca” come from?
The word “Rebecca” comes from Latin. The Vulgate (Latin) form of biblical Rebekah, from Hebrew רִבְקָה (Rivka, “enchantingly beautiful, captivating, snare”).
Is “Rebecca” a common word?
“Rebecca” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Rebecca” have?
“Rebecca” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a female given name originating from the Bible [in turn from Hebrew], in regular use since the Reformation.
Where does the name Rebecca come from?
Rebecca is a female given name of biblical origin, ultimately deriving from Hebrew. It has been in regular use in English since the Reformation, when many biblical names became popular.
What is the difference between the spellings Rebecca and Rebekah?
Both are forms of the same biblical name. 'Rebekah' is the spelling used in many English Bible translations, while 'Rebecca' is the more common everyday English spelling used for the given name today.
What are common nicknames for the name Rebecca?
Popular short forms of Rebecca include Becca, Becky, and Bex, with Reba also used. These pet forms are drawn from different parts of the full name.
What were the Rebecca Riots referenced in the word's second meaning?
In its second sense, 'Rebecca' refers to a participant in the Rebecca Riots, also called a Rebeccaite. Someone who took part in that protest movement could be described as a Rebecca.
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