Regan vs Maher

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Regan

Boy #4,003 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little king, of royal descent"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,003
Total SSA Count
27
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Regan Rank #4,003
Maher Rank #3,921

Maher is more popular, ranked #3921 vs #4003 for Regan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Regan or Maher more popular?

Maher is more popular, ranked #3921 compared to Regan at #4003 in the United States.

What do Regan and Maher mean?

Regan means "little king, of royal descent" (Irish Gaelic origin). Maher means "skilled, expert, proficient" (Arabic origin).

Are Regan and Maher boy or girl names?

Regan is primarily a boy name. Maher is primarily a boy name.

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