Rising since 1998, #2,645 for girls today.
Popularity of Scarleth since 1995
Babies named Scarleth per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 154 |
| 2010s | 329 |
| 2020s | 266 |
Meaning & origin
Scarleth is a modern spelling variant of Scarlett, first recorded in 1995. It has been on a rising trajectory since 1998, reflecting a broader trend of elaborating classic names with distinctive suffixes. In 2025, it ranked 2645 nationally, with approximately 1 in 24,727 female newborns receiving the name. Its peak usage so far occurred in 2025, suggesting growing appeal. Geographically, Scarleth is most popular in Maryland, Texas, and California, indicating a scattered but noticeable presence across diverse regions. While not as common as the standard Scarlett, this variant offers a fresh take on a well-known name without straying far from its recognizable roots.
Scarleth is a modern spelling variant of Scarlett, which derives from the English word for the red dye or cloth. The name became popular in the 20th century, partly influenced by the character Scarlett O'Hara in Margaret Mitchell's 1936 novel 'Gone with the Wind'. The -eth ending is a fashionable suffix seen in other contemporary coinages.
Where Scarleth is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Scarly, Lettie, Scar
Sibling names for Scarleth
Names that share Scarleth's style, for a brother or sister.
