The Irish surname Maher is of nickname origin. The name is derived form the Gaelic name O'Meachair, meaning the "kindly one" or the "generous one". The O'Meachair sept was part of the Ely O'Carroll clan and was concentrated in the areas of Kilkenny and Tipperary, notably the Barony of Ikerrin. Today there are approximately 22,000 bearers of the surname Maher living in The United States. Notable bearers of the surname Maher include Ted Maher the Australian Politician. Ted was Leader of the Opposition in Queensland from 1936 to 1941 and Federal senator 1950 to 1965. The Maher family crest with it's iconic sword between two lions rampant can be ordered on beautiful family crest rings, pendants and cufflinks. Honor your ancestors with a unique piece of heraldic jewelry that wil become an heirloom for future generations. 

                                                  MAHER BARON CREST RING                                                                                     .

                                                 MAHER CADET CREST RING                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

                                                  MAHER DUKE CREST RING

                                             MAHER EMPEROR CREST RING