Scarlett
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.
Is Scarlett popular?
Rising Scarlett has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 38,284 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 58,287 | |
| 2000s | 8,595 | |
| 1990s | 2,257 | |
| 1980s | 1,207 | |
| 1970s | 923 | |
| 1960s | 988 | |
| 1950s | 560 | |
| 1940s | 566 | |
| 1930s | 20 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Scarlett mean?
An English occupational surname for a dyer or seller of scarlet cloth, now used for its rich red.
Nicknames for Scarlett
- Scar
- Lettie
Variants & spellings
- Scarlet
- Scarlette
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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.
Is Scarlett a popular name right now?
Scarlett has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
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.
What are common nicknames for Scarlett?
Common nicknames for Scarlett include Scar, Lettie.
What names are similar to Scarlett?
Names similar to Scarlett include Ruby, Violet, Rose, Hazel.
What names go well with Scarlett?
English names that pair well with Scarlett include Dorothy, Nancy, Edward, Joan, Mason.