Maher vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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
Nicknames
Mahi

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Maher Rank #3,921
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3921 for Maher.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maher ___

  • Maher Ali
  • Maher Omar
  • Maher Fadi
  • Maher Nasser
  • Maher Tariq

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Maher

Ziad Khalil Rami Yasmin Layla

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maher or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Maher at #3921 in the United States.

What do Maher and Theodore mean?

Maher means "skilled, expert, proficient" (Arabic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Maher and Theodore boy or girl names?

Maher is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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