Maverick and Oddball are terms used to describe people who are unconventional or independent in their thinking and behavior. Maverick is a term that originated from the name of a Texas rancher, Samuel Maverick, who refused to brand his cattle. The term has since been used to describe someone who is independent and resists conformity. Oddball is a term used to describe someone who is eccentric or unusual. It can also be used to describe someone who is an outsider or MISFIT.