Maverick - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Maverick \m(a)-veri-

is pronounced MAV-rick. It is of American origin, and its meaning is "an independent man who avoids conformity". A 19th-century American named Maverick refused to brand his calves as other ranchers did; his name has since then been used in common language.

Maverick has 1 variant form: Mavrick.

Maverick is an uncommon first name for men and an equally uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

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