Riveka

Hebrew

"to tie, bind"

Riveka Origin and Meaning

The name Riveka is a girl's name.

Riveka is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Rebecca. The traditional Hebrew name Rebecca means 'to bind' or 'to tie' and has been popular across many cultures for centuries. This distinctive spelling with a 'v' instead of 'b' and the substitution of 'k' for 'cc' gives the name a more Eastern European or Slavic flavor while maintaining its recognizable sound. Riveka offers a fresh and uncommon alternative to the more widely used Rebecca. The name carries the same biblical associations as its traditional counterpart—referencing the matriarch Rebecca from the Book of Genesis—while standing out with its unique orthography.