Rebecca Hoffmann

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Rebecca Hoffmann — to bind, to tie
667K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Rebecca Hoffmann 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 Hoffmann: Hoffmann is a German surname. Adolph Hoffmann (1858–1930), German politician Albert Hoffmann (1846–1924), German horticulturist Alexander Hoffmann (born 1975), German politician Andrew Hoffman (born 2000), American baseball player Arthur Hoffmann (politician) (1857–1927), Swiss politician and member of the Swiss Federal Council Asa Hoffmann (born 1943), American chess player August Heinrich Hoffmann von Fallersleben (1798–1874), German poet Banesh Hoffmann (1906–1986), American mathematician and physicist, biographer of Einstein Baptist Hoffmann (1863–1937), German operatic baritone and voice . 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: Hoffmann

English

Hoffmann is a German surname. Adolph Hoffmann (1858–1930), German politician Albert Hoffmann (1846–1924), German horticulturist Alexander Hoffmann (born 1975), German politician Andrew Hoffman (born 2000), American baseball player Arthur Hoffmann (politician) (1857–1927), Swiss politician and member of the Swiss Federal Council Asa Hoffmann (born 1943), American chess player August Heinrich Hoffmann von Fallersleben (1798–1874), German poet Banesh Hoffmann (1906–1986), American mathematician and physicist, biographer of Einstein Baptist Hoffmann (1863–1937), German operatic baritone and voice .

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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 Hoffmann

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 Hoffmann:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Hoffmann?
The surname Hoffmann originates from English. Hoffmann is a German surname. Adolph Hoffmann (1858–1930), German politician Albert Hoffmann (1846–1924), German horticulturist Alexander Hoffmann (born 1975), German politician Andrew Hoffman (born 2000), American baseball player Arthur Hoffmann (politician) (1857–1927), Swiss politician and member of the Swiss Federal Council Asa Hoffmann (born 1943), American chess player August Heinrich Hoffmann von Fallersleben (1798–1874), German poet Banesh Hoffmann (1906–1986), American mathematician and physicist, biographer of Einstein Baptist Hoffmann (1863–1937), German operatic baritone and voice .
What are the origins of the name Rebecca Hoffmann?
The name Rebecca Hoffmann combines two different traditions: the first name Rebecca has Latin roots, while the surname Hoffmann originates from English.
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