Tabitha means "gazelle" in Aramaic. Tabitha in the New Testament was a woman restored to life by Saint Peter. Her name is translated into Greek as Dorcas (see Acts 9:36). As an English name, Tabitha became common after the Protestant Reformation. It was popularized in the 1960s by the television show 'Bewitched', in which Tabitha (sometimes spelled Tabatha) is the daughter of the main character.
Biblical namesake: Tabitha, also known as Dorcas, was a beloved disciple in Joppa known for her kindness and charity. She was raised from the dead by Peter, inspiring many to believe. (Acts · Acts 9:36-42)
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