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Scarlett

Scarlett is a feminine given name. It gained popularity due to the character Scarlett O'Hara in Margaret Mitchell's best-selling novel Gone with the Wind and the film adaptation. The name has been well used in recent years for girls in the United Kingdom and in the United States.

English originSecular traditionClassicShort

Meaning

Scarlett is a feminine given name. It gained popularity due to the character Scarlett O'Hara in Marg

Snapshot

A girl name with 2 syllables. Currently considered popular.

Popularity Over Time

U.S. Data (2000-2023)

Explore how the popularity of Scarlett has changed over the last two decades.

Historical Context & Cultural Origin

Scarlett is a feminine given name of English origin, meaning 'scarlet cloth merchant'. It gained significant popularity due to the character Scarlett O'Hara in Margaret Mitchell's novel 'Gone with the Wind' and its subsequent film adaptation. The name evokes a sense of boldness, passion, and classic elegance.

Famous Namesakes

Scarlett Johansson, Scarlett Bordeaux, Scarlett Strallen, Scarlett Strallen

Nicknames & Variations

Scar, Scarie

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