Holding steady.
Popularity of Tabbetha since 1966
Babies named Tabbetha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 19 |
| 1970s | 31 |
| 1980s | 115 |
| 1990s | 49 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tabbetha is a phonetic variant of the biblical Tabitha, first recorded in the United States in 1966. The name reached its highest usage in 1983, though it never entered the top 1000, reflecting its consistent rarity. The spelling with 'th' alongside a double 'b' sets it apart from more common forms like Tabitha or Tabatha. Like its parent name, Tabbetha carries the gentle meaning of 'gazelle,' tied to its Aramaic roots. For parents seeking a name with biblical heritage that remains uncommon, Tabbetha offers a distinctive choice without departing from a familiar sound.
Tabbetha is a respelling of Tabitha, which derives from the Aramaic word for 'gazelle'. The name appears in the New Testament as a woman restored to life by Peter. The spelling with double 'b' and 'th' emerged in the 20th century, likely influenced by phonetic preferences in English-speaking countries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tabby, Tab, Betha
Sibling names for Tabbetha
Names that share Tabbetha's style, for a brother or sister.
