Rebeka

Rebeka is a feminine given name used in several languages. It is a spelling variant of Rebecca, the biblical name borne by the wife of Isaac, and it is part of the wider family of names derived from Rivka, the Hebrew form of Rebecca.

Origin and meaning: Rebeka derives from Hebrew Rivka, from a root that is commonly associated with meanings such as “to bind” or “captivate.” The precise etymology is debated, but the form Rebeka preserves the phonetic and orthographic elements of Rebecca and carries the same general lineage.

Usage and variants: Rebeka is among several spellings of the name used in different countries, alongside Rebecca, Rebekah, Rebeca, and Rebekka. The choice of spelling often reflects language, culture, or family preference, and Rebeka is reported in various European communities and among diaspora populations.

In culture: The name Rebecca and its variants appear in religious and literary contexts dating to antiquity. As a modern given name, Rebeka has been adopted by families seeking a familiar but locally adapted form of the name.

See also: Rebecca (given name).