Tabatha
Tabatha is a girl's name of Aramaic origin.
Meaning
Gazelle.
Origin and history
Tabatha is a variant spelling of Tabitha, an Aramaic name meaning gazelle. It gained popularity in the mid-to-late 20th century, partly influenced by pop culture. Though less common today than in past decades, it remains a recognized traditional option in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
19,409 babies in the United States have been named Tabatha since 1880. It ranks #1082 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2040.
States where it is most popular
- TX (7.4 %)
- CA (6.6 %)
- FL (6 %)
- OH (6 %)
- GA (5.8 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,445 |
| 1970-1980 | 5,273 |
| 1980-1990 | 7,289 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,199 |
| 2000-2010 | 879 |
| 2010-2019 | 263 |
| 2020-2029 | 61 |
Famous people named Tabatha
- Tabatha Coffey: Hairstylist, Television Personality
Nicknames
Tabby, Tabs
Fun facts
- Tabatha is an alternative spelling of Tabitha, derived from the Aramaic word for a gazelle.
- The success of the 1960s television show Bewitched brought national prominence to the name and its spelling variants.