Maverik Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Maverik is an American English name that signifies independence and nonconformity. It evolved from the term 'maverick' in the 19th century, which referred to unbranded cattle. The name reflects traits of adventure and individuality, and it has no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and remains a unique choice for parents today.
The name Maverik is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Maverik has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Maverik' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6327th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1922nd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 26286th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Maverik' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maverik"
Pronunciation
/ˈmævərɪk/
Origin
American English
Etymology
The name Maverik is derived from the term 'maverick', which originally referred to unbranded cattle in the 19th century American West, and came to symbolize independence and nonconformity.
Meaning
independent, nonconformist
Language Evolution
maverick (19th century), Maverik (20th century)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century and has been used frequently in American culture, especially since the 1980s.
Variants & Derivatives
Maverick, Mav
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Maverik is often associated with a sense of adventure and individuality, appealing to parents looking for a unique name for their children.
Famous People
Maverik Viñales, a professional motorcycle racer, Maverik McDonald, a prominent figure in various media
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maverik"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Maverik"
"Maverik" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6327th of 24088 | 184 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1922nd of 23106 | 954 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 26286th of 30306 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Maverik" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
55.88% 4170th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
46.13% 1838th/3984 |
63.67% 2857th/4487 |
40.43% 2758th/6822 |
22.10% 1387th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Maverik" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Maverik"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Maverik" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.