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Maveric as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Maveric

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The baby name Maveric is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced US: /ˈmævərɪk/ (MAV-ə-rik).

Maveric is English in Origin.

Gender: Male
Syllables: 3.0
Origin: English
Pronunciation: US: /ˈmævərɪk/ (MAV-ə-rik)

What is the meaning of the name Maveric ?

The baby name Maveric is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced US: /ˈmævərɪk/ (MAV-ə-rik).

Maveric is English in Origin.

Maveric is a streamlined modern spelling of Maverick, an American English given name drawn from the word maverick meaning “independent, nonconformist.” The term arose from 19th‑century Texas rancher Samuel A. Maverick, whose refusal to brand his cattle turned his surname into a synonym for unowned animals - and later for free‑thinking people. As a first name it surfaced in the late 20th century, surged after the 1986 film Top Gun, and climbed again with its 2022 sequel, ranking high for U.S. boys while also appearing occasionally for girls.

The name’s sense centers on individuality, self-direction, and a free spirit. Common variants include Maverick (standard), Mavrick, Maverik, Mavric, and Mavryk; nicknames Mav and Rick/Ricky occur. Related but etymologically distinct is the Slavic Mavrik/Mavriky, from Latin Mauricius. Maveric suits parents seeking a bold, modern choice with Western Americana flavor and a built‑in pop‑culture edge.

Maveric has the following similar or variant Names

Maveric – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
AE 0 #187 1 10,220
NA Boys 0 #253 1 6,830
TW Boys 0 #256 1 7,111
Canada Boys 2022 #305 6 2,557
PH Boys 0 #408 1 11,440
GT Boys 0 #499 1 7,625
CR Boys 0 #510 1 10,188
BD Boys 0 #605 1 10,045
BO Boys 0 #622 1 9,244
CL Boys 0 #694 7 13,390
SG Boys 0 #739 1 17,960
KW Boys 0 #806 1 18,755
United States Boys 2024 #864 29 7,044
PE Boys 0 #924 3 14,506
CO Boys 0 #980 2 15,656
NG Boys 0 #1,001 1 16,906
MX Boys 0 #1,031 3 16,355
IN Boys 0 #1,039 1 16,750
DZ 0 #1,234 1 20,130
TR 0 #1,254 1 19,440
MX Girls 0 #1,267 1 17,781
ZA Boys 0 #1,267 6 25,619
IT Boys 0 #1,457 15 10,046
SA Boys 0 #1,687 5 28,008

Maveric is popular in 23 countries — most recent births per country:

United States
Canada
AE
BD
BO

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People also ask about Maveric

Maveric is predominantly a boy's name.
Maveric is a 3 syllable name, pronounced US: /ˈmævərɪk/ (MAV-ə-rik).
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Maverick, Maverik, Mavric and Mavryk.
Yes — Maveric ranked #305 in Canada in 2022, and appears in official birth registries across 2 countries.
Maveric ranks highest in Canada (#305 in 2022).
Maveric's popularity is holding steady. It moved from #862 in 2014 to #864 in 2024 in United States.