Charlotte vs Scarlet

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Scarlet

Girl #489 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright red, vivid crimson"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#489
Total SSA Count
622
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Scar, Lettie, Carly

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Scarlet Rank #489

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #489 for Scarlet.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Scarlet ___

  • Scarlet Rose
  • Scarlet Mae
  • Scarlet Jane
  • Scarlet Jade
  • Scarlet Quinn
  • Scarlet Faye

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Scarlet

Violet Jasper Ruby August Ivy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Scarlet more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Scarlet at #489 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Scarlet mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Scarlet means "bright red, vivid crimson" (English origin).

Are Charlotte and Scarlet boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Scarlet is primarily a girl name.

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