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Perrin vs Maher

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Perrin

Boy #3,772 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little rock, little stone"

Origin: Old French diminutive of Pierre

Cultural Roots

French English Medieval

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,772
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Maher

Boy #3,921 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"skilled, expert, proficient"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Lebanese Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,921
Total SSA Count
28
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Perrin Rank #3,772
Maher Rank #3,921

Perrin is more popular, ranked #3772 vs #3921 for Maher.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perrin or Maher more popular?

Perrin is more popular, ranked #3772 compared to Maher at #3921 in the United States.

What do Perrin and Maher mean?

Perrin means "little rock, little stone" (Old French diminutive of Pierre origin). Maher means "skilled, expert, proficient" (Arabic origin).

Are Perrin and Maher boy or girl names?

Perrin is primarily a boy name. Maher is primarily a boy name.

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