"dyer of red cloth"
Origin: Old French
Language: English
Scarlette
Girl Name
#1,129 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
Bold, passionate, and as vivid as the color itself
American
English
French
Bold
Elegant
Strong
Vintage
Sophisticated
Meaning & Origin
The Story of Scarlette
Scarlette is a variant spelling of Scarlett, from Old French 'escarlate,' a type of rich woolen cloth that was often dyed red. The word itself came from Arabic or Persian 'saqirlat.' As a surname, Scarlett was given to cloth dyers or merchants. Margaret Mitchell's 1936 novel 'Gone with the Wind' gave it currency as a given name through the defiant heroine Scarlett O'Hara.
Scarlett as a given name rose to prominence following the 1939 film adaptation of Gone with the Wind. The double-t spelling was popularized further through actress Scarlett Johansson, who came to prominence in the early 2000s. The Scarlette variant is a more recent alternative offering a softer feel.
The scarlet color has complex symbolism: it represents passion, courage, and vitality, but also carries historical associations with sin (the Scarlet Letter). Scarlett O'Hara in Gone with the Wind transformed it into a name associated with fierce determination and survival.
Fun Facts
- Scarlett entered the US top 10 names in 2016 and has stayed there
- Scarlett O'Hara in Gone with the Wind was originally named Pansy before Margaret Mitchell changed it
Scarlette in Other Languages
French
Scarlett
Italian
Scarletta
Spanish
Escarlata
Portuguese
Escarlate
Famous People Named Scarlette
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Scarlett Johansson
Actor
1984
American actress, one of the world's highest-paid, known for the Avengers series and Marriage Story
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Scarlett O'Hara Fictional
Other
Protagonist of Margaret Mitchell's 'Gone with the Wind' (1936), iconic figure of American fiction
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,129
- Total SSA Count
- 214
- Cultural Origins
- American English French
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Scarlet
Scar
Lettie
Pairs Well With
Scarlette Rose
Scarlette Grace
Scarlette Jane
Scarlette Mae
Scarlette Ann
Scarlette Faith
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Frequently Asked Questions About Scarlette
What does the name Scarlette mean?
"dyer of red cloth" (from Old French). Scarlette is a variant spelling of Scarlett, from Old French 'escarlate,' a type of rich woolen cloth that was often dyed red. The word itself came from Arabic or Persian 'saqirlat.' As a surname, Scarlett was given to cloth dyers or merchants. Margaret Mitchell's 1936 novel 'Gone with the Wind' gave it currency as a given name through the defiant heroine Scarlett O'Hara.
What is the origin of the name Scarlette?
Scarlette has Old French, American, English, and French origins. In Old French, it means "dyer of red cloth".
Is Scarlette a boy or girl name?
Scarlette is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Scarlette?
Scarlette is currently ranked #1129 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Scarlette?
Common nicknames for Scarlette include Scarlet, Scar, and Lettie.
What are good middle names for Scarlette?
Popular middle name pairings include Scarlette Rose, Scarlette Grace, Scarlette Jane, Scarlette Mae, Scarlette Ann, and Scarlette Faith.
What are good sibling names for Scarlette?
Names that pair well with Scarlette as siblings include Charlotte, Violet, Hazel, Ivy, Jasper, and Sebastian.
How many syllables does Scarlette have?
Scarlette has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Scarlette a common or rare name?
Scarlette is an uncommon name, ranked #1129 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Scarlette
Scarlette is a girl name with American, English, and French origins . The name means "dyer of red cloth" in Old French .
Scarlette is currently ranked #1,129 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Scarlette has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Scarlette include Scarlet, Scar, and Lettie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Scarlette include Scarlett, Scarlet, Scarleth . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.