Rivka
r(i)-vka,
riv-ka
US Popularity:1521
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:Tie, bind, secure; Link, connection
Rivka is a baby girl name of Hebrew origin. Meaning “tie,” “secure,” “bind,” “link,” and “connection,” Rivka is a variation of the ancient Hebrew name Rebecca. If you follow the Hebrew Bible, you’ll recognize Rebecca or Rivka as the wife of Isaac and mother of sons Jacob and Esau. Though this figure has been tied to these titles, Rebecca was more than just a mother and wife. She is believed to have been extremely kind and never asked for anything in return. Whether you intend to raise baby in faith or not, the name Rivka is bound by both generosity and wisdom. Baby Rivka can be inspired to care and nurture all of their days.
Rivka Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Rivka is currently #2261 on The Bump
Girl:Rivka is currently #991 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Rivka is currently #1521 in U.S. births
Girl:Rivka is currently #589 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#1521
in 2022
- 70
from 2021
Sources
Behind the Name, Rivka, January 2019
Behind the Name, Rebecca, April 2022
Name Doctor, Rivka
Abarim Publications, Rebekah meaning, November 2023
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