Tamitha Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: TAM-ih-tha /ˈtæmɪθə/
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: 'twin'; Hebrew: 'palm tree'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tamitha is believed to be a modern variant of the name Tabitha, which has its roots in the Aramaic language. The original Aramaic form, טַבִּיתָא (Tabitha), translates to 'gazelle,' a symbol of grace and beauty in various cultures.
The name was adopted into Greek as Ταβιθά (Tabitha) and appears in the New Testament of the Christian Bible, specifically in the Book of Acts, where Tabitha is described as a disciple known for her good works and acts of charity. This biblical association has contributed to the name's enduring significance in Christian communities since its introduction in the 1st century CE.
As the name transitioned into Latin, it was rendered as Tabitha, which was then carried into Old French and eventually into Middle English. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures, often maintaining its original meaning and associations.
The 17th-century King James Bible, which popularized many biblical names in English-speaking regions, further solidified the name's presence in the English language and culture. Culturally, Tabitha has been associated with qualities such as kindness and compassion, reflecting the character of the biblical figure.
The name has also inspired various diminutive forms, including Tabi and Tabby, which have been used affectionately in different contexts. Tamitha, as a derivative, reflects a contemporary adaptation of this historical name, maintaining its graceful connotations while offering a unique twist that resonates with modern naming practices.
Famous people named Tamitha
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Tamitha Kull is a meteorologist best known for her work in space weather forecasting and contributions to the field of solar physics.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tamitha was first seen in the United States in 1966.
Tamitha has ranked as high as #2668 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in Ohio, Texas, Missouri, Tennessee, and Virginia.
In the past 5 years the name Tamitha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Tamitha 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 Tamitha was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Tamitha.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 5 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 | 5 |
| 1985 | 13 | 13 |
| 1984 | 6 | 6 |
| 1983 | 14 | 14 |
| 1982 | 8 | 8 |
| 1980 | 11 | 11 |
| 1979 | 9 | 9 |
| 1978 | 21 | 21 |
| 1977 | 9 | 9 |
| 1976 | 16 | 16 |
| 1975 | 18 | 18 |
| 1974 | 11 | 11 |
| 1973 | 22 | 22 |
| 1972 | 27 | 27 |
| 1971 | 43 | 43 |
| 1970 | 55 | 55 |
| 1969 | 46 | 46 |
| 1968 | 47 | 47 |
| 1967 | 41 | 41 |
| 1966 | 27 | 27 |
Top States for Tamitha (1971)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 6 |