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Maveric

♂ Boy

Pronounced MAV-rik /ˈmæv.rɪk/High

Meaning: K-less spelling of Maverick — from rancher Samuel Maverick, whose unbranded calves named independenceHigh

In 30 seconds: Unbranded, then un-lettered: Maveric drops Maverick's k like a steer slipping the iron — Top Gun thrust intact. Independence, streamlined.
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Origin MediumEnglish, American
MeaningK-less spelling of Maverick — from rancher Samuel Maverick, whose unbranded calves named independence
U.S. rank (2025)#4809 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births21 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2020
Total births (all-time)≈ 539

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202019982025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Maveric is a k-less spelling of Maverick — from Texan Samuel Maverick's unbranded cattle, the independence word. Top Gun afterburners apply.

It registers thinly beside Maverick. Rare, unbranded at the root, and trimmed.

Did you know? Samuel Maverick refused to brand his calves — neighbors called strays 'mavericks' — and the surname became the dictionary's word for nonconformist.
Overall data confidence 78%
References — Samuel Maverick — word origin

Variations

MaverickMaverikMavrick

Nicknames

Mav

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Maveric mean?

Maveric trims Maverick — the unbranded-calf independence word.

How do you pronounce Maveric?

It's said MAV-rik /ˈmæv.rɪk/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Maveric a boy or girl name?

Maveric is a boy's name.

How popular is Maveric?

Maveric is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Maverick is far more common.

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