Rebecca
girl name#349 in 2025Rebecca entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #10 in 1973, ranks #349 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#349
rank today
#10
peak (1973)
872
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #102 |
| 1890s | #124 |
| 1900s | #147 |
| 1910s | #160 |
| 1920s | #177 |
| 1930s | #161 |
| 1940s | #73 |
| 1950s | #32 |
| 1960s | #40 |
| 1970s | #16 |
| 1980s | #21 |
| 1990s | #25 |
| 2000s | #80 |
| 2010s | #188 |
| 2020s | #309 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Rebecca has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 656,000 people named Rebecca are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rebecca alive today was born around 1975, making them about 50 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rebecca in 2025?
- Rebecca ranks #349 among US girl names in 2025, with 872 babies given the name.
- When was the name Rebecca most popular?
- Rebecca peaked in 1973, reaching #10 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Rebecca with classmates?
- Rebecca will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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