Charlotte vs Scarlett

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Scarlett

Girl #27 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright red color"

Origin: Old French escarlate

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#27
Total SSA Count
5,894
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Scar, Letty

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Scarlett Rank #27

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #27 for Scarlett.

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

Scarlett ___

  • Scarlett Rose
  • Scarlett Grace
  • Scarlett Mae
  • Scarlett Anne
  • Scarlett Jane
  • Scarlett Elizabeth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Scarlett

Rhett Violet Jasper Ivy Sebastian

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Scarlett more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Scarlett at #27 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Scarlett mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Scarlett means "bright red color" (Old French escarlate origin).

Are Charlotte and Scarlett boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Scarlett is primarily a girl name.

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