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Bekah

BEH-kah

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginHebrew

The Story of Bekah

A name that has captivated hearts for decades, Bekah whispers of charm and an alluring, independent spirit.

Bekah is a familiar and endearing short form of Rebecca, a name of Hebrew origin. Its meaning is often interpreted as 'to tie' or 'to bind,' and sometimes more poetically as 'captivating.' Its rise in the late 20th century brought a fresh feel to a classic.

This is a name for your daughter, a child whose presence draws others in with an effortless allure. You see her as intuitive and independent, someone who understands the world with a deep, charming wisdom.

What It Means

Bekah is a short form of Rebecca, a Hebrew name meaning 'to tie' or 'to bind', sometimes interpreted as 'captivating'.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Personality Traits

CharmingLoyalIntuitiveIndependent

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#13 in 2004

Total Births

208

First Recorded

1976

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