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girl name · English origin

Scarlett

/ SKAR-lit /
Girl English 2 syllables
Meaning
Scarlett means Scarlet, red (English).
Gender
Girl
Origin
English
Pronunciation
SKAR-lit
Popularity
#32 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Scarlett in the US, 1880–2025
19401960198020002020

Scarlett first appears in US records in 1937. It peaked in 2017, when 7,721 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 5,644.

Source: US Social Security Administration.

What does Scarlett mean?

An English occupational surname for a dyer or seller of scarlet cloth, now used for its rich red.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Scarlett mean?

Scarlett means Scarlet, red. An English occupational surname for a dyer or seller of scarlet cloth, now used for its rich red.

What is the origin of the name Scarlett?

Scarlett is of English origin.

How do you pronounce Scarlett?

Scarlett is pronounced “SKAR-lit.”

Is Scarlett a boy or a girl name?

Scarlett is most commonly used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Scarlett?

In 2025, Scarlett ranked #32 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.

When was the name Scarlett most popular?

Scarlett was most popular in 2017, when about 7,721 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.