Rebecca Dutton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Rebecca Dutton — to bind, to tie
667K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Rebecca Dutton is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Rebecca is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Rebecca or Rebekah (Hebrew: רִבְקָה Rīvqa) is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. It is the name of the biblical figure Rebecca, wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau. The name comes from the Semitic root ר-ב-ק (r-b-q), meaning "to tie firmly"; Jones' Dictionary of Old Testament Proper Names and the NOBS Study Bible Name List suggest the name means captivating beauty, or "to tie", "to bind". W. F. Albright held that it meant "soil, earth". The Latin Vulgate uses the spelling Rebecca exclusively and it is followed by (ex. gr.) Wycliffe and the Bishops' Bible. The surname Dutton: Dutton (name), people with the surname or given name Dutton Dutton/Dunwich, Ontario, town and municipality in Canada Dutton, Cheshire, village in England Dutton, Lancashire, village in England Dutton, Montana, town in the United States Mount Dutton Bay Conservation Park Dutton Cars, a prolific British kit car maker active between 1970 and 1989 Dutton Speedwords, an auxiliary language and shorthand writing system Dutton Vocalion, a British recording company E. P. Dutton, an American book publishing company, since 1986 split into two imprints: USS Dutton, ships of the US Navy Rebecca is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 667K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Rebecca reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Rebecca

Meaning: to bind, to tie

Latin

Rebecca or Rebekah (Hebrew: רִבְקָה Rīvqa) is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. It is the name of the biblical figure Rebecca, wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau. The name comes from the Semitic root ר-ב-ק (r-b-q), meaning "to tie firmly"; Jones' Dictionary of Old Testament Proper Names and the NOBS Study Bible Name List suggest the name means captivating beauty, or "to tie", "to bind". W. F. Albright held that it meant "soil, earth". The Latin Vulgate uses the spelling Rebecca exclusively and it is followed by (ex. gr.) Wycliffe and the Bishops' Bible.

Surname: Dutton

English

Dutton (name), people with the surname or given name Dutton Dutton/Dunwich, Ontario, town and municipality in Canada Dutton, Cheshire, village in England Dutton, Lancashire, village in England Dutton, Montana, town in the United States Mount Dutton Bay Conservation Park Dutton Cars, a prolific British kit car maker active between 1970 and 1989 Dutton Speedwords, an auxiliary language and shorthand writing system Dutton Vocalion, a British recording company E. P. Dutton, an American book publishing company, since 1986 split into two imprints: USS Dutton, ships of the US Navy

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Rebecca is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Rebecca by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Rebecca Dutton

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Rebecca Dutton:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Rebecca?
The first name Rebecca originates from Latin. Rebecca or Rebekah (Hebrew: רִבְקָה Rīvqa) is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. It is the name of the biblical figure Rebecca, wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau. The name comes from the Semitic root ר-ב-ק (r-b-q), meaning "to tie firmly"; Jones' Dictionary of Old Testament Proper Names and the NOBS Study Bible Name List suggest the name means captivating beauty, or "to tie", "to bind". W. F. Albright held that it meant "soil, earth". The Latin Vulgate uses the spelling Rebecca exclusively and it is followed by (ex. gr.) Wycliffe and the Bishops' Bible.
When was Rebecca most popular?
The name Rebecca reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Dutton?
The surname Dutton originates from English. Dutton (name), people with the surname or given name Dutton Dutton/Dunwich, Ontario, town and municipality in Canada Dutton, Cheshire, village in England Dutton, Lancashire, village in England Dutton, Montana, town in the United States Mount Dutton Bay Conservation Park Dutton Cars, a prolific British kit car maker active between 1970 and 1989 Dutton Speedwords, an auxiliary language and shorthand writing system Dutton Vocalion, a British recording company E. P. Dutton, an American book publishing company, since 1986 split into two imprints: USS Dutton, ships of the US Navy
What are the origins of the name Rebecca Dutton?
The name Rebecca Dutton combines two different traditions: the first name Rebecca has Latin roots, while the surname Dutton originates from English.
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