Scarlett

Girl's name

Scarlett is of English origin, derived from the surname "Scarlett," which comes from the Old French word "escarlate," meaning a type of rich, bright red cloth.

Meaning Red
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 5,894
Peak year 2017

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Scarlett Johansson - Actress known for Marvel movies.
  • Scarlett O'Hara - Fictional character from "Gone with the Wind."
  • Scarlett Pomers - Actress known for "Reba" TV show.
  • Scarlett Byrne - Actress from "Harry Potter" series.
  • Scarlett Strallen - British actress in musical theater.
  • Scarlett Bowman - Actress from "Hollyoaks" TV show.
  • Scarlett Alice Johnson - Actress from "EastEnders" TV show.

Sisters for Scarlett

Girl names closely related to Scarlett

Layla Natalie Avery Scarlet Amara Abigail Ellie Violet

Brothers for Scarlett

Boy names closely related to Scarlett

Eli Andrew Isaac Levi Paul Jonah Marcus Xander

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Scarlett

Reed Reid Roy Scarlet Scarlette

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