Rebecca facts for kids

Rebecca is a popular name for girls. It comes from an old Hebrew name, Rivkah. This name means "to tie" or "to bind." It is well-known because of a very important woman in the Bible.

Rebecca in the Bible

Rebecca is a key figure in the Book of Genesis in the Bible. She was the wife of Isaac, who was the son of Abraham. Isaac and Rebecca had two sons, Jacob and Esau. Her story is told in detail in Chapter 24 of Genesis.

Rebecca met Isaac when Abraham's servant traveled to find a wife for Isaac. The servant prayed for a sign, and Rebecca showed kindness by offering water to him and his camels. This showed she was the right person. She then traveled with the servant to marry Isaac.

Rebecca is remembered for her strong character and her role in the family's history. She is one of the most important women in the early stories of the Bible.

The Name Rebecca Today

The name Rebecca has been very popular for girls in many English-speaking countries for a long time. It is a classic name that many parents choose.

People often use shorter versions, or nicknames, for Rebecca. Some common nicknames include Becky, Becca, and Bex.

Famous People Named Rebecca

Many famous people have been named Rebecca. Here are a few examples:

• Rebecca Black, an American singer
• Rebecca De Mornay, an American actress
• Rebecca Hall, a British actress
• Rebecca Romijn, an American actress

There is also a famous movie called Rebecca. It was directed by the well-known filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock.

Images for kids

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  Isaac's servant tying the bracelet on Rebecca's arm

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  Rebecca and Eliezer by Bartolomé Esteban Murillo, 17th century.

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  Rebecca Meets Isaac by the Way, by James Tissot (c. 1896–1902)

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  Rebecca at the Well by Giovanni Antonio Pellegrini

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  Rebecca, by Giuseppe Molteni (1800–1867)

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  Grave of Rebecca in Hebron

See also

In Spanish: Rebeca (personaje bíblico) para niños