Scarlett Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSKAR-let / /ˈskɑːrlɪt/English; Latin
Meaning
English: red; Latin: scarlet
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Scarlett is derived from the English word for a bright red color, which itself comes from the Latin 'scarlatum'. It gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly due to the character Scarlett O'Hara from Margaret Mitchell's novel 'Gone with the Wind'. The name has been associated with passion and vibrancy, reflecting its color connotation.
Trend Summary
Scarlett has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States, particularly since the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Scarlet
- Scarlette
International Variants
- Scarlett (English)
- Scarlotte (French)
Famous people named Scarlett
Scarlett Johansson is an American actress known for her roles in films such as 'Lost in Translation' and 'The Avengers'.
Scarlett Moffatt is a British television personality and author, recognized for her appearances on reality shows.
Scarlett O'Hara is a fictional character from Margaret Mitchell's novel 'Gone with the Wind', known for her strong-willed personality.
Scarlett Lewis is an American author and advocate, known for her work in promoting kindness and compassion after the Sandy Hook tragedy.
Fictional characters named Scarlett
Scarlett O'Hara is the protagonist in 'Gone with the Wind', navigating life during the American Civil War.
Scarlett Witch, also known as Wanda Maximoff, is a character in Marvel Comics and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, possessing reality-altering powers.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Scarlett was first seen in the United States in 1937. Scarlett has ranked as high as #60 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Scarlett has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Scarlett (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 710 | |
TX | 634 | |
NY | 319 | |
FL | 278 | |
PA | 233 | |
NC | 207 | |
OH | 203 | |
GA | 188 | |
IL | 185 | |
NJ | 169 | |
TN | 157 | |
VA | 149 | |
IN | 144 | |
AZ | 129 | |
WI | 122 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1937 | 7 |
1938 | 6 |
1939 | 7 |
1940 | 59 |
1941 | 77 |
1942 | 76 |
1943 | 68 |
1944 | 45 |
1945 | 34 |
1946 | 46 |
1947 | 43 |
1948 | 65 |
1949 | 53 |
1950 | 57 |
1951 | 39 |
1952 | 34 |
1953 | 37 |
1954 | 46 |
1955 | 96 |
1956 | 75 |
1957 | 68 |
1958 | 59 |
1959 | 49 |
1960 | 68 |
1961 | 114 |
1962 | 131 |
1963 | 115 |
1964 | 113 |
1965 | 103 |
1966 | 76 |
1967 | 78 |
1968 | 101 |
1969 | 89 |
1970 | 107 |
1971 | 92 |
1972 | 87 |
1973 | 74 |
1974 | 85 |
1975 | 53 |
1976 | 96 |
1977 | 133 |
1978 | 87 |
1979 | 108 |
1980 | 122 |
1981 | 113 |
1982 | 87 |
1983 | 91 |
1984 | 124 |
1985 | 112 |
1986 | 137 |
1987 | 152 |
1988 | 132 |
1989 | 138 |
1990 | 167 |
1991 | 152 |
1992 | 204 |
1993 | 250 |
1994 | 235 |
1995 | 272 |
1996 | 248 |
1997 | 231 |
1998 | 254 |
1999 | 245 |
2000 | 227 |
2001 | 237 |
2002 | 290 |
2003 | 327 |
2004 | 538 |
2005 | 733 |
2006 | 1,116 |
2007 | 1,583 |
2008 | 1,621 |
2009 | 1,922 |
2010 | 2,717 |
2011 | 3,564 |
2012 | 4,045 |
2013 | 5,053 |
2014 | 6,010 |
2015 | 7,143 |
2016 | 7,716 |
2017 | 7,719 |
2018 | 7,223 |
2019 | 7,084 |
2020 | 6,518 |
2021 | 6,627 |
2022 | 7,256 |
2023 | 6,311 |
2024 | 5,894 |