Names Bec

Bec

Found 2 entry about "Bec"

Gender

Female (Feminine | Girl)

Usage/Origins

Irish Mythology

Meaning

Bec is a diminutive of the name Rebecca, which means "captivating" in Hebrew

Pronunciation

BECK
Bekk

Popularity

As Bec is usually used as a nickname for Rebecca, its popularity is aligned with the popularity of the full name. Worldwide, the name Rebecca consistently ranks within the top 100 names for girls.

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Bec Name meanings & History

Shortened form of Rebecca, Hebrew origin. Bec is a diminutive of the name Rebecca, which means "captivating" in Hebrew. Allegedly an older form of Irish beag "small".In Irish mythology, Bec is one of the Tuatha Dé Danann. "She was known for having a magic well, guarded by her three daughters. When Fionn mac Cumhaill approached the well to ask for a drink, her daughters tried to prevent him from getting the water; 'one of them threw water over him to scare him away and some of it went into his mouth. From the water he gained wisdom.'". Bec can be used as a standalone name or as a nickname for Rebecca. It is more commonly used in Australia and New Zealand.

Zodiac Sign of Bec: Beauty Taurus,Brains Libra

Synonyms of Bec:

B: Brains,Beauty,Bashful,Bountiful

E: Enlighten,Environment,Enliven,Exaggerate,Entertain,Expressive

C: Cute,Curious,Chatty,Candid,Copycat,Clever,Choice

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