1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar TongueRegency Word Wednesday February 19, 2014January 5, 2014 Cora Lee Tabby “An old maid; either from Tabitha, a formal antiquated name; or else from a tabby cat, old maids being often compared to cats.” Share this:FacebookTwitterPinterestMoreRedditTumblrEmailPrintLike this:Like Loading... Related