Mavryk
An inventive and unique name with potential roots in the words "maverick" or "mavrique".
Name Census estimates that about 247 living Americans carry the first name Mavryk. It is a predominantly male name (98.0% of registrations). The average person named Mavryk today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Mavryk births was 2022 (32 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Mavryk. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
247
~ 1 in 1,387,669 Americans
Peak year
2022
32 babies that year
Average age
8
years old
2024 SSA rank
#5,354
Tracked since 2007
Gender
Gender distribution for Mavryk
Mavryk leans heavily male at 98.0% of total registrations, but 5 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Mavryk as a male name
- Ranked #5,354 in 2024
- 18 male births in 2024
- Peak: 2022 (27 births)
Mavryk as a female name
- Ranked #16,865 in 2022
- 5 female births in 2022
- Peak: 2022 (5 births)
Popularity
Mavryk: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Mavryk from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 124 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Mavryk by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Mavryk during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Mavryk
The given name Mavryk originates from the Slavic languages, primarily Russian and Ukrainian. It is believed to have emerged in the 10th century, during the early years of the Kievan Rus' civilization. The name is derived from the Greek word "mavros," which means "dark" or "black," and is thought to have been initially used as a descriptor for individuals with darker hair or complexion.
In ancient Slavic folklore and mythology, there are references to a character named Mavryk, who was portrayed as a skilled hunter and warrior. This figure is believed to have inspired the use of the name, symbolizing strength, courage, and a connection to nature.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mavryk can be found in the Novgorod Birch Bark Documents, a collection of ancient Slavic manuscripts dating back to the 11th and 12th centuries. These documents mention several individuals bearing the name, suggesting its widespread use during that time period.
Throughout history, there have been several notable figures who carried the name Mavryk. One such individual was Mavryk Ostrovsky (1542-1608), a renowned Russian military commander who played a pivotal role in the Time of Troubles, a period of political and social upheaval in Russia during the early 17th century.
Another prominent figure was Mavryk Mykytovych (1630-1701), a Ukrainian Cossack leader and hetman (military commander) who led several successful campaigns against the Ottoman Empire and the Crimean Khanate, defending the interests of the Cossack Hetmanate.
In the realm of literature, Mavryk Lermontov (1814-1841) was a prominent Russian Romantic writer and poet, known for his works such as "A Hero of Our Time" and "The Demon." His writings explored themes of individualism, social criticism, and the complexities of human nature.
During the 20th century, Mavryk Sikorsky (1888-1972) was a renowned Ukrainian-American aviator and aeronautical engineer, best known for his contributions to the development of early helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft.
Additionally, Mavryk Shevchenko (1918-1998) was a Ukrainian-born Soviet and Russian film director, whose works, including "The Shooting Party" and "The End of the Century," explored themes of social and political commentary during the Soviet era.
While the name Mavryk has its roots in Slavic cultures, it has also gained popularity in other parts of the world, particularly in Western countries, where it is often chosen for its unique and distinctive sound.
People
Mavryk + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Mavryk as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Mavryk: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Mavryk?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 247 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Mavryk going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,387,669 US residents.
Is Mavryk a common name?
We classify Mavryk as "Very Rare". It ranks above 76.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 249 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Mavryk most popular?
The single biggest year for Mavryk was 2022, when 32 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Mavryk is about 8 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Mavryk in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Mavryk a male name?
Yes, 98.0% of people registered as Mavryk in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Mavryk still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Mavryk in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Mavryk can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Mavryk?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.