Tabitha Holloway

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Tabitha Holloway — Greek
42K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Tabitha Holloway is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Tabitha is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Tabitha (, Koine Greek Ταβιθά tabitha, Aramaic טביתא‎ tabitha "female gazelle") is an English feminine given name, originating with (or made popular through) Tabitha (Dorcas), mentioned in the New Testament Acts 9:36. Tabitha (also known as Dorcas, the Greek equivalent of the name, from δορκάς dorkas "≈ gazelle"), is a woman mentioned in the New Testament. The English name is derived from an Aramaic word, טביתא/ܛܒܝܬܐ ṭaḇīṯā "[female] gazelle", cf. Hebrew: צְבִיָּה Tzviya (classical ṣəḇīyāh). The surname Holloway: Holloway is an English surname. Adam Holloway (born 1965), English politician Aden Holloway (born 2004), American basketball player A. J. Holloway (c.1939–2018), American politician Alicia Holloway (born 1996), American ballerina and television personality Ariel Williams Holloway (1905–1973), American poet Baliol Holloway (died 1967), English stage actor Beatrice Denver Holloway (1884–1964), Australian actress Beth Holloway (born c. 1961), mother of missing American student Natalee Holloway Brenda Holloway (born 1946), American singer and songwriter Bronwyn Holloway-Smith (born 1982), New Zeal. Tabitha is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 42K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Tabitha reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Tabitha

Greek

Tabitha (, Koine Greek Ταβιθά tabitha, Aramaic טביתא‎ tabitha "female gazelle") is an English feminine given name, originating with (or made popular through) Tabitha (Dorcas), mentioned in the New Testament Acts 9:36. Tabitha (also known as Dorcas, the Greek equivalent of the name, from δορκάς dorkas "≈ gazelle"), is a woman mentioned in the New Testament. The English name is derived from an Aramaic word, טביתא/ܛܒܝܬܐ ṭaḇīṯā "[female] gazelle", cf. Hebrew: צְבִיָּה Tzviya (classical ṣəḇīyāh).

Surname: Holloway

English

Holloway is an English surname. Adam Holloway (born 1965), English politician Aden Holloway (born 2004), American basketball player A. J. Holloway (c.1939–2018), American politician Alicia Holloway (born 1996), American ballerina and television personality Ariel Williams Holloway (1905–1973), American poet Baliol Holloway (died 1967), English stage actor Beatrice Denver Holloway (1884–1964), Australian actress Beth Holloway (born c. 1961), mother of missing American student Natalee Holloway Brenda Holloway (born 1946), American singer and songwriter Bronwyn Holloway-Smith (born 1982), New Zeal.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Tabitha is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Tabitha by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Tabitha Holloway

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Tabitha Holloway:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Tabitha?
The first name Tabitha originates from Greek. Tabitha (, Koine Greek Ταβιθά tabitha, Aramaic טביתא‎ tabitha "female gazelle") is an English feminine given name, originating with (or made popular through) Tabitha (Dorcas), mentioned in the New Testament Acts 9:36. Tabitha (also known as Dorcas, the Greek equivalent of the name, from δορκάς dorkas "≈ gazelle"), is a woman mentioned in the New Testament. The English name is derived from an Aramaic word, טביתא/ܛܒܝܬܐ ṭaḇīṯā "[female] gazelle", cf. Hebrew: צְבִיָּה Tzviya (classical ṣəḇīyāh).
When was Tabitha most popular?
The name Tabitha reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Holloway?
The surname Holloway originates from English. Holloway is an English surname. Adam Holloway (born 1965), English politician Aden Holloway (born 2004), American basketball player A. J. Holloway (c.1939–2018), American politician Alicia Holloway (born 1996), American ballerina and television personality Ariel Williams Holloway (1905–1973), American poet Baliol Holloway (died 1967), English stage actor Beatrice Denver Holloway (1884–1964), Australian actress Beth Holloway (born c. 1961), mother of missing American student Natalee Holloway Brenda Holloway (born 1946), American singer and songwriter Bronwyn Holloway-Smith (born 1982), New Zeal.
What are the origins of the name Tabitha Holloway?
The name Tabitha Holloway combines two different traditions: the first name Tabitha has Greek roots, while the surname Holloway originates from English.
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