Origin, Meaning, And History Of Maverick
A unisex name with American origins, Maverick may mean an unbranded animal or calf separated from its herd. The name means ‘an independent person who avoids conformity.’ Mostly given to boys, Maverick is a standout name that symbolizes someone independent, free-minded, and who likes to think outside society’s usual parameters. Although a given name, it was initially used as a surname in the 1900s.
The unisex name Maverick has attained popularity in the United States but does not hold the same status in other countries. The name also inspires a person to form a unique path with their life.
It only has one spelling Maverick. However, variations such as Maverik, Mavrick, or Mavric do exist.
Pop culture characters with humble roots in agriculture popularized the name. The word ‘maverick’ comes from Samuel Maverick, a politician, lawyer, and cattle farmer from Texas who lived in the 19th century. He refused to brand his cattle which was uncommon at the time. This incident led to people calling rebellious people with unbranded cattle ‘mavericks.’
The word ‘maverick’ entered the popular glossary because of the popularity of the ABC TV show Maverick. The show followed four honest and ethical brothers who won riches playing poker and then traveled to some beautiful places on their horses.
Recently, the name garnered a fan following after the success of the successful and superhit film Top Gun in 1986 and its sequel Top Gun: Maverick starring Tom Cruise in 2022. He played the lead character of Pete “Maverick” Mitchell, a rebellious fighter pilot.
The name Maverick may sound familiar because of the famous NBA basketball team Dallas Mavericks who have one NBA Championship under their belt.
Maverick
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Judaism
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1 word, 8 letters, 3 vowels, 5 consonants
Medium length and moderately easy to pronounce
How To Pronounce Maverick?
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Famous People With The Name Maverick
- Maverick CarterAn American businessman and media personality and a co-founder of SpringHill entertainment
- Maverick Scott McNealyAn American professional golfer who, in late 2016 and early 2017, was the number one ranked golfer in the World Amateur Golf Ranking
- Maverick SabreThe stage name of Michael Stafford, an Irish singer, songwriter, and rapper
- Maverick Viñales RuizA Spanish Grand Prix motorcycle racer and the 2013 Moto3 World Champion
Maverick On The Popularity Chart
The unisex name Maverick has witnessed consistent popularity ever since appearing on the Social Security Administration data. View these graphs to learn more.
Popularity Over Time
The name Maverick has experienced consistently rising popularity ever since its inception in the 1980s. Check out the graph to know more about waxing and waning popularity.
Source: Social Security AdministrationRank Over Time
Ranking of this name has oscillated a lot between dramatic highs and lows. The chart explains it in detail.
Source: Social Security AdministrationNames With Similar Sound As Maverick
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How To Communicate The Name Maverick In Other Languages
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the meaning of the name Maverick?
The name Maverick means ‘an independent person who avoids conformity.’
2. What is the origin of the name Maverick?
Maverick has an American origin.
3. How to pronounce the name Maverick?
Maverick is pronounced as mah-vuh-rik.
4. What are some nicknames for Maverick?
Mav, Mick, Rick, Maver, and Mavis are some adorable and chic nicknames for Maverick. Since there are no fixed rules for choosing nicknames, you may change them according to your preferences.
5. Can Maverick be used for girls?
Maverick is commonly used as a first name for boys, but it could be used for a female, considering the individual’s familial culture and other priorities.
6. What are some middle names that go well with Maverick?
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