Scarlette Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSKAR-let / /ˈskɑːr.lɛt/English; Latin
Meaning
English: Red; Latin: Scarlet
Historical & Cultural Background
Scarlette is a variant of the name Scarlett, which is derived from the Old French word 'escarlate', meaning a type of red cloth. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the 19th century, particularly after the publication of Margaret Mitchell's novel 'Gone with the Wind'. In this context, the character Scarlett O'Hara became an iconic representation of strength and resilience.
Trend Summary
Scarlette has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Scarlett
International Variants
- Scarlette (French)
- Scarlett (English)
Famous people named Scarlette
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Fictional characters named Scarlette
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Scarlette was first seen in the United States in 1940. Scarlette has ranked as high as #1010 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Arizona, Florida, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Scarlette has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Scarlette (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 26 | |
| TX | 26 | |
| NC | 12 | |
| AZ | 12 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| IN | 8 | |
| NY | 8 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| TN | 7 | |
| MA | 7 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| CO | 6 | |
| WA | 6 | |
| NJ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1941 | 12 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 11 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 21 |
| 1962 | 16 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 19 |
| 1966 | 15 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 22 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 19 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 31 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 41 |
| 2005 | 49 |
| 2006 | 76 |
| 2007 | 110 |
| 2008 | 110 |
| 2009 | 114 |
| 2010 | 208 |
| 2011 | 252 |
| 2012 | 269 |
| 2013 | 294 |
| 2014 | 288 |
| 2015 | 363 |
| 2016 | 418 |
| 2017 | 342 |
| 2018 | 329 |
| 2019 | 306 |
| 2020 | 324 |
| 2021 | 286 |
| 2022 | 280 |
| 2023 | 240 |
| 2024 | 214 |