Scarlett: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A vivid color name full of passion and drama, as bold as the shade itself.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #17
- Peak
- #14 in 2022
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Scarlett Means
Scarlett is a girl name of English origin. A vivid color name full of passion and drama, as bold as the shade itself.
How Popular Scarlett Is
Scarlett currently ranks #17 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #14 in 2022. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Scarlett
- Scarlett O'Hara from Gone with the Wind made this name unforgettable.
- Scarlett Johansson keeps the name in the spotlight.
- Was virtually unused as a first name before the late 1990s.
Names Like Scarlett
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Scarlett
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Scarlett.
Questions About Scarlett
What does Scarlett mean?
Scarlett is a girl name of English origin. A vivid color name full of passion and drama, as bold as the shade itself.
How popular is Scarlett?
Scarlett currently ranks #17 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #14 in 2022. It has held steady.
Where does Scarlett come from?
Scarlett comes from English roots. Scarlett O'Hara from Gone with the Wind made this name unforgettable.
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