Maverick, pronounced as 'MAY-ver-ik', is an English given name of American origin. It is derived from the word 'maverick', which was coined by Texas lawyer Samuel A. Maverick in the mid-19th century. The term originally referred to unbranded cattle, but it has since evolved to mean someone who exhibits nonconformity or independence. The name gained popularity after being used in various films and media, notably as the call sign of pilot Pete 'Maverick' Mitchell in the movie "Top Gun" (1986).
"It seems Mavrick has become increasingly popular as a baby name over the past few decades, with a significant spike in usage since around the year 2000."