Becca first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Becca has been for the last 50 years (from 1975 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Becca

A diminutive form of Rebecca, meaning "captivating" or "ensnaring" from Hebrew roots.

Popularity of Becca by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Becca is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 42 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Becca.

YearMale CountFemale Count
2024042
2023051
2022047
2021048
2020059
2019064
2018051
2017055
2016062
2015070
2014046
2013067
2012061
2011072
2010058
2009077
2008079
2007082
2006083
2005076
2004070
2003094
2002067
2001082
2000076
1999099
1998082
19970109
19960117
19950104
19940119
19930141
19920132
19910121
1990071
1989022
1988018
1987020
1986018
1985016
1984020
1983013
1982021
1981032
1980025
1979028
1978019
1977013
1976023
1975014

The history of the first name Becca

Becca is a diminutive form of the name Rebecca, which has its origins in the Hebrew language. The name Rebecca is derived from the Hebrew words "rivka" or "ribqah," meaning "to tie" or "to bind." This name is found in the Old Testament of the Bible, where Rebecca was the wife of Isaac and the mother of Jacob and Esau.

The name Becca gained popularity as a shortened version of Rebecca in the 19th century. It was initially used as a nickname or pet name, but over time, it became a stand-alone given name. The earliest recorded use of Becca as a first name dates back to the late 1800s.

One of the earliest recorded individuals named Becca was Becca Fitzpatrick, an American author known for her young adult fantasy novels, such as the "Hush, Hush" series. She was born in 1979 and is still active as a writer today.

Another notable figure with the name Becca is Becca Cosmetics, a cosmetics company founded by Rebecca Morrice Williams in 2001. The brand is known for its high-quality makeup products and has gained a significant following among beauty enthusiasts.

In the world of sports, Becca Longo is an American professional football player who played as a kicker for the Philadelphia Phantomz in the National Women's Football Association. She was born in 1989 and has been recognized for her achievements in a traditionally male-dominated sport.

Becca Fitzpatrick, an American filmmaker, is also known for her work in the entertainment industry. She has directed and produced several independent films, including "Trishna" (2011) and "Endless Love" (2014).

Lastly, Becca Tobin is an American actress and singer best known for her role as Kitty Wilde in the musical comedy-drama series "Glee." She was born in 1986 and has also appeared in various other television shows and films.

While the name Becca has gained popularity in recent years, its roots can be traced back to the ancient Hebrew language and the biblical figure of Rebecca, making it a name with a rich historical and cultural significance.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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