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  MAVERICK

The meaning of the unisex name Maverick is WHEN A NINETEENTH-CENTURY AMERICAN NAMED MAVERICK REFUSED TO BRAND HIS CALVES AS OTHER RANCHERS DID: HIS NAME CAME TO SIGNIFY AN INDEPENDENT MAN WHO AVOIDS CONFORMITY..

Details on MAVERICK:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
When a nineteenth-century american named maverick refused to brand his calves as other ranchers did: his name came to signify an independent man who avoids conformity
Popularity for Boy:
53rd in the USA (top 1%)
Popularity for Girl:
4,108th in the USA (top 15%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

6,615 births
MAVERICK as a BOY in 2024
85 births
MAVERICK as a GIRL in 2024

The meaning(s) of MAVERICK:

The name Maverick is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Maverick is: When a nineteenth-century American named Maverick refused to brand his calves as other ranchers did; his name came to signify an independent man who avoids conformity.
English meaning
The name Maverick is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Maverick is: When a nineteenth-century American named Maverick refused to brand his calves as other ranchers did; his name came to signify an independent man who avoids conformity.
American meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for MAVERICK:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name MAVERICK

 MAVERICK as a boy

YearBoy Births
20246615 births
20236979 births
20227047 births
20216605 births
20206137 births
20195763 births
20185040 births
20174702 births
20162951 births
20152268 births
20141875 births
20131300 births
2012856 births
2011639 births
2010509 births
2009482 births

 MAVERICK as a girl

YearGirl Births
202485 births
202388 births
202298 births
202198 births
202065 births
201964 births
201861 births
201735 births
201626 births
201523 births
201420 births
201314 births
201212 births
20117 births
20076 births
20065 births

About the name MAVERICK

Maverick, a name steeped in both history and modernity, evokes a spirit of independence and adventure. Originating from the Old American term for a “wild, unbranded calf,” it symbolizes a free-spirited nature, unconfined by societal norms. Traditionally associated with the rugged landscapes of the American West, where pioneers and cowboys roamed, Maverick has since transcended its roots, resonating with parents across diverse cultures. In contemporary usage, it embodies the essence of individuality, often celebrated in literature and film, making it a favorite among those who cherish uniqueness. This name has found a home in the United States, where it has gained popularity in recent decades, but its appeal stretches beyond borders, finding favor in English-speaking nations and even emerging in places like Australia and Canada. With its connotations of bravery and a daring heart, Maverick is an ideal choice for a child destined to carve their own path in the world.

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