William vs Maverick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

William

Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #10
Total SSA Count: 10,596
Syllables: 3
Formality: Formal

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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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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Popularity Comparison

William Rank #10

Maverick Rank #36

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #36 for Maverick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is William or Maverick more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Maverick at #36 in the United States.

What do William and Maverick mean?

William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin). Maverick means "independent thinker, non-conformist" (American English from Samuel Maverick Texas rancher origin).

Are William and Maverick boy or girl names?

William is primarily a boy name. Maverick is primarily a boy name.

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