Tabitha is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #208 in 2019 with 237 recorded births. This places Tabitha in the top 3% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2011 with 291 births ranking #177. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 79.5%. In 2019, approximately 1 in every 1,182 girls born was named Tabitha. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Tabitha is a biblical classic meaning 'gazelle'. It feels lively, intelligent, and slightly literary.
Known from the New Testament, Tabitha has remained in use through Christian naming tradition and later found fresh appeal through its distinct sound and vintage energy. It has more personality than many biblical staples.