Maverick vs Ian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maverick

Boy #36 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"independent thinker, non-conformist"

Origin: American English from Samuel Maverick Texas rancher

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#36
Total SSA Count
6,615
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Ian

Boy #75 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish British Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#75
Total SSA Count
4,547
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Maverick Rank #36
Ian Rank #75

Maverick is more popular, ranked #36 vs #75 for Ian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maverick or Ian more popular?

Maverick is more popular, ranked #36 compared to Ian at #75 in the United States.

What do Maverick and Ian mean?

Maverick means "independent thinker, non-conformist" (American English from Samuel Maverick Texas rancher origin). Ian means "God is gracious" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Maverick and Ian boy or girl names?

Maverick is primarily a boy name. Ian is primarily a boy name.

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