Maverick
English boy's name meaning “independent one; unbranded”
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- English
- Meaning
- independent one; unbranded
- Syllables
- 3
- Letters
- 8
- US rank (2023)
- #37
- Born in 2023
- 6,979
Meaning & origin
Maverick comes from the English word for an independent, unconventional person, which arose from Texas rancher Samuel Maverick, who left his cattle unbranded.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Maverick ranked #37 for boys. It has risen about 233 places over the past ten years — a name clearly on the way up.
In 2023, 6,979 US boys were given the name Maverick.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #36 in 2024
“Unranked” means Maverick was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Maverick: frequently asked questions
What does the name Maverick mean?
Maverick is a English name meaning "independent one; unbranded". Maverick comes from the English word for an independent, unconventional person, which arose from Texas rancher Samuel Maverick, who left his cattle unbranded.
Where does the name Maverick come from?
Maverick is of English origin. Maverick comes from the English word for an independent, unconventional person, which arose from Texas rancher Samuel Maverick, who left his cattle unbranded.
Is Maverick a boy or a girl name?
Maverick is most commonly a boy's name.
How many babies are named Maverick?
In 2023, 6,979 US boys were given the name Maverick.
Is Maverick a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Maverick ranked #37 for boys. It has risen about 233 places over the past ten years — a name clearly on the way up.