Preppy Names

  1. Hutchinson
    • Greeley
      • Origin:

        English
      • Meaning:

        "pock-marked, scarred"
      • Description:

        This English surname was originally a nickname for someone with a pock-marked face. It's a less-than-ideal meaning, but Greeley's upbeat sound and modern unisex style keep it on our lists.
    • Phillips
      • Mccarthy
        • Origin:

          Irish surname
        • Meaning:

          "son of Cárthach"
        • Description:

          McCarthy is one of the most common Irish surnames, all fair game as first names for American babies, especially baby girls!
      • Sargent
        • Origin:

          Spelling variation of Sergeant, Latin
        • Meaning:

          "to serve"
        • Description:

          One of the few military ranks used as a name, as in Kennedy in-law and Peace Corps creator Sargent (born Robert Sargent) Shriver. There's also a more creative, artistic association with painter John Singer Sargent.