Maverick
Maverick first appears in US records in 1957. It peaked in 2022, when 7,049 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 5,894.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Maverick popular?
Rising Maverick has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 39,317 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 25,964 | |
| 2000s | 3,314 | |
| 1990s | 1,351 | |
| 1980s | 239 | |
| 1970s | 77 | |
| 1960s | 160 | |
| 1950s | 182 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Maverick mean?
An American word-name meaning a nonconformist or independent person. It comes from the surname of 19th-century Texas rancher Samuel Maverick, whose unbranded cattle led 'maverick' to mean an unbranded calf and then anyone who refuses to follow the herd.
Nicknames for Maverick
- Mav
Variants & spellings
- Maveryck
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Maverick mean?
Maverick means an independent, unbranded individual. An American word-name meaning a nonconformist or independent person. It comes from the surname of 19th-century Texas rancher Samuel Maverick, whose unbranded cattle led 'maverick' to mean an unbranded calf and then anyone who refuses to follow the herd.
What is the origin of the name Maverick?
Maverick is of american-english origin.
How do you pronounce Maverick?
Maverick is pronounced “MAV-er-ik.”
Is Maverick a boy or a girl name?
Maverick is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Maverick a popular name right now?
Maverick has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Maverick?
In 2025, Maverick ranked #49 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Maverick most popular?
Maverick was most popular in 2022, when about 7,049 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Maverick?
Common nicknames for Maverick include Mav.
What names go well with Maverick?
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