Rafferty
boy name#6143 in 2025Rafferty entered the US charts in 1987, peaked at #5067 in 2024, ranks #6143 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1987–2025
#6143
rank today
#5067
peak (2024)
14
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #7428 |
| 1990s | #9033 |
| 2000s | #7686 |
| 2010s | #7939 |
| 2020s | #5792 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Rafferty are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rafferty is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rafferty in 2025?
- Rafferty ranks #6143 among US boy names in 2025, with 14 babies given the name.
- When was the name Rafferty most popular?
- Rafferty peaked in 2024, reaching #5067 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rafferty with classmates?
- Rafferty will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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