Tab
Tab is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Gazelle or drummer.
Origin and history
Tab is a rare masculine given name in the United States, often originating as a short form of Tabitha or modern nicknames like Tab hunter. Etymologically, it may relate to the Aramaic name Tabitha meaning gazelle, or the Old Norse word for drum or tabour. It experienced brief popularity in the mid-20th century, largely inspired by Hollywood actor Tab Hunter.
Popularity in the United States
1,110 babies in the United States have been named Tab since 1880. It ranks #3581 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (25.3 %)
- OH (21.1 %)
- PA (10.1 %)
- IL (9.7 %)
- TX (8.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 420 |
| 1960-1970 | 425 |
| 1970-1980 | 126 |
| 1980-1990 | 86 |
| 1990-2000 | 41 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 12 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Tab
- Tab Hunter: Actor, Singer
- Tab Ramos: Soccer Player, Coach
Fun facts
- The name gained public attention in the 1950s due to popular American actor and singer Tab Hunter.