Scarlett vs Tatum

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

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Tatum

Boy #195 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cheerful settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#195
Total SSA Count
1,833
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Tate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Scarlett Rank #27
Tatum Rank #195

Scarlett is more popular, ranked #27 vs #195 for Tatum.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Scarlett ___

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

Tatum ___

  • Tatum James
  • Tatum Michael
  • Tatum Alexander
  • Tatum Lee
  • Tatum Blake
  • Tatum River

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Scarlett

Rhett Violet Jasper Ivy Sebastian

If you choose Tatum

Hudson Easton Colton Avery Piper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Scarlett or Tatum more popular?

Scarlett is more popular, ranked #27 compared to Tatum at #195 in the United States.

What do Scarlett and Tatum mean?

Scarlett means "bright red color" (Old French escarlate origin). Tatum means "cheerful settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Scarlett and Tatum boy or girl names?

Scarlett is primarily a girl name. Tatum is primarily a boy name.

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