Edward A. Maher (May 20, 1848 – September 13, 1920) was a business executive and political figure from Albany, New York.

[1][2] Maher pursued a business and banking career, and became manager of the Albany Electric Illuminating Company and president of Albany's South End Bank.

[1] Maher was active in politics and government as a Democrat and served in a variety of elected and appointed positions.

[1] In 1892, Maher moved to New York City, where he served as president of the Union Railway, a venture that combined several streetcar franchises into one company.

[1] They were the parents of eight children: Thomas, Edward, Julia, Jane, Robert, Kathleen, Florence, and John.