Rafferty
Meaning of Rafferty
Rafferty is a spirited name of Irish Gaelic origin, from the clan name O’Rabhartaigh, meaning “descendant of Rabhartach.” It rolls off the tongue in one bright burst—RAF-er-tee—like the first gust of monsoon breeze across a Bombay promenade. Though still rare, its popularity in the US has been gently climbing, a quiet spark lighting up nursery lists from coast to coast. The name evokes a clever storyteller or a loyal friend, someone ready with a warm laugh and a bold idea. In an Indian home, it sits comfortably beside a colorful rangoli and the scent of jasmine, promising a life painted with joy and adventure.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as RAF-er-tee (/ˈræfərti/)
British English
- Pronunced as RAF-er-tee (/ˈræfəti/)
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