This study delves into rebel governance through a bibliometric analysis. Rebel groups administer areas beyond the boundaries of nation-states with varying degrees of ambition, success, and violence and indicate that spaces lacking state authority are by no means ungoverned. Following the entire research field of Rebel Governance, 1133 data documents were retrieved from the WOS and Scopus databases. Data analysis was performed using Biblioshiny. The research reveals a global trend in interest and study of rebel governance. The field also offers fertile ground for innovative research projects. The findings from trend analysis indicate a shift in interest towards certain words over the years. Nonetheless, many phenomena related to the governance of rebels and their governance still need to be researched.