How popular is the name Rebecca in 2025?

Rebecca is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Rebecca most popular?

Rebecca peaked in 1975, reaching #982 among US boy names.

Rebecca will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Rebecca entered the US charts in 1909, peaked at #982 in 1975, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#982

peak (1975)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,700 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.

How popular is the name Rebecca in 2025?: Rebecca is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Rebecca most popular?: Rebecca peaked in 1975, reaching #982 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Rebecca with classmates?: Rebecca will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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