Rivka
Rivka is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning “To bind, to tie”, pronounced RIV-kah. It ranked #629 in the United States in 2025, given to 464 babies, and peaked at #629 in 2025. Common nicknames: Rivky, Riva, Vicki.
How popular is Rivka in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Rivka mean, and where does it come from?
Rivka is the Hebrew name English calls Rebecca — the matriarch who waters ten camels at a well and is chosen for Isaac, and whose name is usually connected to a root meaning to bind or to join. It is a mainstay of Orthodox and Hasidic communities, and in Israel it is simply the standard form. American records hold it from 1949, and it entered the top thousand in 2011, reaching its highest position in 2025 — one of a group of unanglicised Hebrew names that have risen steadily as those communities have grown.
How is Rivka used around the world?
Rivka is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 5+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Rivka?
Famous People Named Rivka
- Rivka Carmi — Israeli paediatrician and president of Ben-Gurion University
- Rivka Golani — Israeli-Canadian violist
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Rivka mean?
Rivka is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "To bind, to tie." Rivka is the Hebrew name English calls Rebecca — the matriarch who waters ten camels at a well and is chosen for Isaac, and whose name is usually connected to a root meaning to bind or to join. It is a mainstay of Orthodox and Hasidic communities, and in Israel it is simply the standard form.
How do you pronounce Rivka?
Rivka is pronounced RIV-kah. Common variations include Rivkah, Rifka, Rebecca.
Is Rivka a girl name?
Yes, Rivka is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Rivky, Riva, Vicki.