Meaning, origin, history
Tabitha is a female given name of Aramaic origin. It means " Gazelle" in Hebrew. The name Tabitha was first used as an Aramaic name and later adopted into Greek and Latin. In the New Testament of the Bible, Saint Tabitha was a disciple who lived in Joppa during the time of Peter the apostle. She was known for her good deeds and kindness towards others. After her death, she was miraculously resurrected by Saint Peter. The name Tabitha has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages and it remains popular today in many English-speaking countries. It is often shortened to Tab or Tabby.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Tabb since 1880
Total births
61
Total since 1880
Peak year
1957
9 births
in 1969
8
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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