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Rafferty vs Griffith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rafferty

Boy #5,163 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"flood tide, abundance"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (rabhartach)

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,163
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Rafferty Rank #5,163
Griffith Rank #5,067

Griffith is more popular, ranked #5067 vs #5163 for Rafferty.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rafferty or Griffith more popular?

Griffith is more popular, ranked #5067 compared to Rafferty at #5163 in the United States.

What do Rafferty and Griffith mean?

Rafferty means "flood tide, abundance" (Irish Gaelic (rabhartach) origin). Griffith means "strong lord" (Welsh origin).

Are Rafferty and Griffith boy or girl names?

Rafferty is primarily a boy name. Griffith is primarily a boy name.

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