Meaning: Flood tide
The story
An Irish surname used as a given name, ultimately from Rabhartach. Its tide meaning gives it a more specific root than the frequently repeated prosperity gloss.
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
Style
- Modern
- Surname-style
- Nature
Origins
Rafferty comes from Irish and English.
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