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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Independent, nonconformist
- Origin
- English surname (Devon, England, attested from the 1500s); American usage
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- MAV-rik
Maverick started out as an English surname from Devon, first showing up in records in the 1500s before it crossed over to American use and eventually became a first name. Its meaning, independent and nonconformist, actually comes from that surname history rather than anything invented for babies. It's pronounced MAV-rik, and today it's classified as a bold, trailblazing, modern name choice.
Meaning & Origin of Maverick
Meaning: Independent, nonconformist.
Origin: English surname (Devon, England, attested from the 1500s); American usage.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Maverick
MAV-rikIPA /ˈmævrɪk/
Popularity of Maverick
In Social Security Administration data going back to 1957, Maverick has climbed all the way to its highest point yet: rank #36 in 2024, with 6,615 boys given the name that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Maverick mean?
Independent, nonconformist. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Maverick?
Maverick is pronounced MAV-rik (IPA: /ˈmævrɪk/).
Is Maverick a popular name right now?
Maverick is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #36 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1957–2024.)
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