Maverick

Maverick is a English boy's name. English word meaning "independent" or "nonconformist." Has a rugged, independent spirit.

How popular is Maverick in the United States?

In 2024, 6,615 boys in the United States were named Maverick, making it the 36th most popular boy's name that year.

It has climbed sharply, from 206th a decade earlier.

Its busiest year on record was 2022, with 7,145 births.

Records for Maverick go back to 1957, and 65,376 babies have been given the name since.

What Maverick means and where it comes from

English word meaning "independent" or "nonconformist." Has a rugged, independent spirit.

Maverick is of English origin, described as bold in style.

Is Maverick a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Maverick went to 85 girls and 6,615 boys — 99% boys.

In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.

Shorter names that share the opening of Maverick

  • Mavie

Each of these is a name in its own right in the 2024 US data, given to at least 100 babies that year.

Sibling name ideas for Maverick

Names of the same origin for a sister, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Maverick mean?

English word meaning "independent" or "nonconformist." Has a rugged, independent spirit.

Where does the name Maverick come from?

Maverick is of English origin, and is usually described as bold in style.

How popular is Maverick in the United States?

In 2024, 6,615 boys in the United States were named Maverick, making it the 36th most popular boy's name that year.

Is Maverick a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Maverick went to 85 girls and 6,615 boys — 99% boys. In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.

What are the short forms of Maverick?

Mavie is a shorter name in current US use that share the opening of Maverick.

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