Tabithia

“Aramaic” — Associated with gentleness and grace

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1306US 2023

894Births / yr

→Stable

165All-time births

📅 Since 196900

How to pronounce Tabithia

TAH·BEYE·TEE·AY·CHEE·uh

/ˈtɑ.ˈbaɪ.ˈtiː.ˈeɪ.ˈtʃiː.ə/ · stress on TAH · 6 syllables

“Aramaic”

Associated with gentleness and grace · American origin

What does Tabithia mean and where does it come from?

Tabithia is a variant of the name Tabitha, which is of Aramaic origin. The name is often associated with gentleness and grace. Tabitha appears in the New Testament as a character in the Book of Acts, and this variant has emerged within modern naming trends, particularly in the United States. It is m

Cultural significance

Tabithia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of aramaic.

Peak popularity

Reached #5411 in 1984 — currently #1306 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Tabithia?

Tabithia works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Tabithia Grace

How popular is Tabithia right now?

Holding steady — currently #1306 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#1306 · Top 0.96%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1306	894	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1311	874	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021	#1316	844	▲ up 12670 · +16780% births
1995	#13986	5	▼ down 4375 · -37% births
1990	#9611	8	▼ down 3721 · -33% births
1985	#5890	12	▲ up 1944 · +50% births
1980	#7834	8	▲ up 2020 · +60% births
1975	#9854	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Tabithia

Best Year2023Rank #1306

Peak Count894

Average Rank#6389

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1975 - 20238 years

The story of Tabithia

Tabithia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1969. With 165 total births recorded, Tabithia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9854 in 1975 to #1306 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Tabithia in 1984:

Jennifer Jessica Ashley Amanda Sarah

Tabithia by decade

Tabithia peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	7
1970s	42
1980s ★	94
1990s	22

💎Tabithia has only 165 total recorded births since 1969 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Tabithia?

Common

TabTabieTabyIthia

What names sound and feel like Tabithia?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Tabithia also consider these

Tabethia

Hebrew · Gazelle

Talithia

Hebrew · a little girl

Takishia

American · African-American

Tamishia

American · English

Talishia

American · born during a

Tamathia

American · Hebrew

Talethia

American · A name believed

Taishia

American · English

Common questions about the name Tabithia

What does the name Tabithia mean?

Tabithia means "Aramaic" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Tabithia?

Tabithia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Tabithia?

Tabithia originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Tabithia?

Tabithia is a 6-syllable name pronounced T AA1 B AY1 T IY1 EY1 CH IY1 AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Tabithia?

Tabithia pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.