Rafferty
“a corruption of Ó Robhartaigh”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Rafferty an Irish name?
Rafferty is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Raithbheartaigh.
What does the surname Rafferty mean?
Rafferty (Irish: Ó Raithbheartaigh) means “a corruption of Ó Robhartaigh”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Rafferty from?
The historic homeland of the Rafferty name is Tyrone, Donegal, Louth. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Rafferty?
Ó Raithbheartaigh. Related spellings: O'Rafferty, Raverty.
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