JesSimpson113011_01_X17crop230.jpgJessica Simpson and fiance Eric Johnson are naming their baby girl Maxwell ... Maxi for short, according to In Touch.

A family friend tells the mag:

    "They tossed around a lot of names, including some wacky ones like Zinfandel, but couldn’t agree on anything. They’re going to call her Maxwell, Maxi for short."


The friend adds that Maxwell is Eric's middle name and his grandma's maiden name.

"Jessica wanted a name with meaning," adds the source.

Ms. Simpson is reportedly due on April 20.