Scarlett
Scarlett: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Scarlett
- A female given name transferred from the surname, of general post-1936 usage.
How popular is Scarlett?
Since 1880, 111,687 girls and 52 boys in the U.S. have been named Scarlett (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #14 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #10778 in 2009. In 2025 it ranked #32 for girls, with 5,650 babies given the name.
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Scarlett FAQ
What does the name Scarlett mean?
A female given name transferred from the surname, of general post-1936 usage.
What is the origin of the name Scarlett?
Scarlett is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Scarlett?
Since 1880, 111,687 girls and 52 boys in the U.S. have been named Scarlett (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #14 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #10778 in 2009. In 2025 it ranked #32 for girls, with 5,650 babies given the name.
Is Scarlett a boy or girl name?
Scarlett is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 111,687 girls and 52 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.