The name Tabitha is experiencing a multi-decade decline in the United States, positioning it as a unique, vintage choice, while it maintains moderate, steady popularity in the United Kingdom. 📉 Current Popularity Standings
United States: According to BabyCenter, the name has dropped significantly out of the top 1000 and sits at #1,435. Alternative historical trackers like The Bump place it even lower at #2,460.
United Kingdom: The name enjoys much higher popularity in the UK, holding a stable mid-tier rank at #455. ⏳ Historical Trends & Trajectory
The Peak (1970s–1980s): Tabitha hit its historical peak in 1978, climbing to #126 in the US. This pop-culture surge was fueled by the 1960s sitcom Bewitched and its 1970s spin-off Tabitha, featuring the child-witch character.
The Decline (2000s–Present): Unlike its Bewitched mother name “Samantha,” which remained a powerhouse classic, Tabitha has steadily dropped in usage since the turn of the millennium. In 2000, it ranked #321; by 2016, it dropped to #934; and it has now fully crossed into “uncommon” territory.
Demographic Snapshot: Because of its late-20th-century peak, the largest living demographic of people named Tabitha are currently between 45 and 54 years old. 📜 Name Identity and Appeal Tabitha – Baby name meaning, origin, and popularity
At a glance. Origin: Aramaic. US Popularity: #1435. Meaning: gazelle. Updated on May 31, 2026. BabyCenter Tabitha – Baby Names 1000