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Maher

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Maher (name) means a surname of Irish origin. Example: “Maher is one of the more common surnames in County Tipperary.”

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A surname of Irish origin.
"Maher is one of the more common surnames in County Tipperary."

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Mahers plural

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Etymology

An Anglicized shortening of Irish Ó Meachair, meaning roughly "descendant of the fine or majestic one."

Origin: Irish

Frequently asked questions

What does “Maher” mean?

The word “Maher” means a surname of Irish origin.

How do you pronounce “Maher”?

“Maher” is pronounced MAH (/ˈmɑː(ɹ)/ in IPA).

How do you use “Maher” in a sentence?

Here is “Maher” used in a sentence: “Maher is one of the more common surnames in County Tipperary.”

What part of speech is “Maher”?

“Maher” is a name.

Where does the word “Maher” come from?

The word “Maher” comes from Irish. An Anglicized shortening of Irish Ó Meachair, meaning roughly "descendant of the fine or majestic one.".

Is “Maher” a common word?

“Maher” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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