Tabita Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: tah-BEE-tah //təˈbiːtə//
Origin: Hebrew; Aramaic
Meaning: Hebrew: gazelle; Aramaic: a female deer
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tabita has its roots in the Aramaic language, derived from the word "tabitha," which means "gazelle." This etymology is significant as it reflects the cultural and linguistic exchanges in the ancient Near East, where Aramaic was widely spoken. The name made its way into Greek as "Tabitha" and was later adopted into Latin, maintaining its original form.
The transition into English occurred through biblical translations, particularly the King James Bible in the early 17th century, which popularized the name among English speakers due to its association with a notable biblical figure. In the New Testament, Tabitha is mentioned in the Book of Acts (Acts 9:36-42) as a disciple known for her good works and acts of charity.
Her story, which recounts her miraculous resurrection by the Apostle Peter, has contributed to the name's enduring significance within Christian communities. The narrative emphasizes themes of compassion and community service, further embedding the name in religious and cultural contexts throughout history.
Culturally, the name Tabita has been associated with grace and beauty, akin to the qualities of a gazelle. This symbolism has allowed the name to resonate across various cultures and languages, often appearing in different forms.
In some traditions, diminutives such as "Tabby" have emerged, reflecting a more familiar or affectionate usage. The name's biblical roots and the positive attributes associated with its meaning have contributed to its lasting presence in various societies, making it a name of both historical and cultural significance.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tabita was first seen in the United States in 1962.
Tabita has ranked as high as #1086 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in California.
In the past 5 years the name Tabita has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Tabita is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Tabita was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Tabita (1993)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Tabita.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1962 | 6 |