Becky

Girl's name

Becky is a diminutive of the name Rebecca, which is of Hebrew origin meaning "to tie, to bind, captivating, snare".

Meaning A snare
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 31 Falling
Peak year 1959

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Becky G - Singer, actress, and dancer.
  • Becky Lynch - Professional wrestler in WWE.
  • Becky Hammon - Former WNBA player, current NBA coach.
  • Becky Sauerbrunn - Professional soccer player, USWNT captain.
  • Becky Albertalli - Author of young adult novels.
  • Becky James - Welsh track cyclist, Olympic medalist.
  • Becky Hill - British singer-songwriter, The Voice UK contestant.
  • Becky Mantin - British weather presenter.
  • Becky Anderson - CNN anchor and correspondent.

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