Maverick
Maverick: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Maverick
- A male given name.
Etymology
The surname is most famously associated with Samuel Maverick, a rancher from Texas who did not brand his cattle. The surname is of uncertain origin, but known to date as far back as the 1500s in Devon, England. Its meaning is a matter of conjecture, with connections to the name Maurice being unprovable.
How popular is Maverick?
Since 1880, 771 girls and 70,604 boys in the U.S. have been named Maverick (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1987 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #36 in 2024. In 2025 it ranked #49 for boys, with 5,954 babies given the name.
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Maverick FAQ
What does the name Maverick mean?
A male given name. The surname is most famously associated with Samuel Maverick, a rancher from Texas who did not brand his cattle. The surname is of uncertain origin, but known to date as far back as the 1500s in Devon, England. Its meaning is a matter of conjecture, with connections to the name Maurice being unprovable.
How popular is the name Maverick?
Since 1880, 771 girls and 70,604 boys in the U.S. have been named Maverick (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1987 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #36 in 2024. In 2025 it ranked #49 for boys, with 5,954 babies given the name.
Is Maverick a boy or girl name?
Maverick is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 771 girls and 70,604 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.