About Maher
The surname Maher is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name "Meachair," meaning "hospitable" or "generous." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone known for their hospitality or generosity. The name Maher is relatively common in Ireland and has spread to other English-speaking countries through Irish immigration.
The surname Maher is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Maher based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Maher is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Maher in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Maher using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.