US Popularity Rank: 11756

Origin: Irish

Meaning: prosperity wielder

Baby will be set for success with this name. Rafferty, the Anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Raighbheartaigh, means "prosperity wielder." It comes from the Irish words rath bheartach and is also related to the surname Raftery. Baby's life will be rich in love and warmth from you, so this bubbly name is sure to fit. If Rafferty feels like too much of a mouthful from day to day, then Raff or Rafe are equally cute nicknames.