Preppy Girls Names

Matisse

French surname

Though it's close to the German and French form of Matthew, Mathis, this name of the great artist can work as well for girls.

Madsen

Madsen is primarily known as a Scandinavian surname derived from 'Mads' (a Danish form of Matthew) plus 'sen' meaning 'son of.' Its use as a feminine given name is quite uncommon, representing a…

Nicolette

French, diminutive of Nicole, feminine variation of Nicholas, Greek

"people of victory"

Frilly and feminine, Nicolette is the name of an enchanting princess in the medieval French romance, Aucassin et Nicolette , but really got its publicity from the heyday of Desperate Housewives and…

Reeve

English occupational name

"bailiff, sheriff, local official"

Chosen by aviators Charles and Anne Lindbergh for their daughter, Reeve could work as a distinctive alternative to Reese. While it is currently more popular for boys, nine girls received the name in…