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As a Rebecca / Becki, I didn't know my name was Rebecca until around kindergarten. I'm not sure why, I just thought it was a word that meant I was in trouble. I remember excitedly asking my mother if I had any other "secret names." Introducing her as Rebecca but saying she prefers Becky works perfectly, or just Becky itself (most will assume she's a Rebecca). As an adult, I usually introduce myself as Rebecca in professional and formal settings (work, government, medical appointments, etc.) so that there's less risk for confusion. As a child it never really caused any confusion with others, and I preferred Becki.

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Until she's old enough to know her own preference, do what feels right and don't worry too much about it! She'll let you know what she wants in time, as all children eventually do :P

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