Declining since 2016, #1,173 for girls today.
Popularity of Scarlette since 1940
Babies named Scarlette per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 82 |
| 1950s | 58 |
| 1960s | 142 |
| 1970s | 76 |
| 1980s | 99 |
| 1990s | 144 |
| 2000s | 592 |
| 2010s | 3,070 |
| 2020s | 1,543 |
Meaning & origin
Scarlette is a spelling variant of the more common Scarlett, which has been in use as a given name since the mid-20th century. The earliest recorded use in the United States dates to 1940, but the name saw a significant surge starting in the late 2000s, reaching its peak popularity in 2016. Since then, its usage has declined, though it remains a familiar choice for parents drawn to color names and Southern-inspired names. The state popularity data shows Scarlette is most common in Arizona, Wisconsin, and Indiana, suggesting a broad but not exclusively regional appeal. As a variant spelling, Scarlette offers a distinctive twist on the classic Scarlett.
Scarlette is a modern spelling variant of Scarlett, which derives from the Old French word 'escarlate', meaning a rich, bright red cloth. The surname originally denoted someone who sold or wore scarlet cloth. As a given name, it gained popularity in the late 20th century, likely influenced by the character Scarlett O'Hara from Margaret Mitchell's 1936 novel 'Gone with the Wind'.
Where Scarlette is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Scar, Lettie, Etta
Sibling names for Scarlette
Names that share Scarlette's style, for a brother or sister.
