Maverick vs Peter

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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Peter

Boy #192 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rock, stone"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Dutch Scandinavian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #192
Total SSA Count: 1,889
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Maverick Rank #36

Peter Rank #192

Maverick is more popular, ranked #36 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maverick or Peter more popular?

Maverick is more popular, ranked #36 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Maverick and Peter mean?

Maverick means "independent thinker, non-conformist" (American English from Samuel Maverick Texas rancher origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Maverick and Peter boy or girl names?

Maverick is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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