Rivka Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rivka originates from Hebrew, meaning 'to bind' or 'to tie'. The name has evolved through various forms, including Rebecca and Rebekah. It is linked to traits of loyalty and nurturing, with biblical relevance as the wife of Isaac. Rivka has maintained its popularity in Jewish culture throughout history.
The name Rivka is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Rivka has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Rivka' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3587th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1965th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1550th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1201st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 802nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rivka' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rivka"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɪvkə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Rivka is derived from the Hebrew word 'rivkah', which is often interpreted to mean 'to bind' or 'to tie'.
Meaning
to bind, to tie
Language Evolution
Rivkah (Hebrew), Rebecca (English), Rebekah (English), Rivka (Yiddish)
Biblical Background
Rivka is a significant figure in the Hebrew Bible, known as Rebecca, the wife of Isaac and the mother of Jacob and Esau.
Historical Usage
The name Rivka gained popularity in Jewish communities during the biblical era and has remained a common name in various cultures, especially among Hebrew-speaking populations.
Variants & Derivatives
Rebecca, Rebekah, Becky, Reba
Modern Popularity & Image
Rivka is viewed positively, often associated with strong familial ties and nurturing qualities. It remains a popular name in Jewish communities worldwide.
Famous People
Rivka Guber, Rivka Galchen, Rivka Cohen
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rivka"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Rivka"
"Rivka" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3587th of 12526 | 214 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1965th of 19264 | 715 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1550th of 27321 | 1,474 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1201st of 35406 | 3,038 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 802nd of 30306 | 4,113 |
Regional Popularity of "Rivka" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Rivka" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 1064th/1064 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
100.00% 689th/689 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
100.00% 494th/494 |
100.00% 3709th/3709 |
100.00% 3683rd/3683 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 3707th/3707 |
100.00% 298th/298 |
100.00% 4059th/4059 |
100.00% 3847th/3847 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 2467th/2467 |
100.00% 157th/157 |
100.00% 2884th/2884 |
100.00% 3078th/3078 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rivka"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rivka" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.