Scarlet

Meaning of Scarlet

Refers to the bright red color.

Scarlet has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Scarlet

Scarlet has cooled off, slipping to #510 in 2025, down from a peak of #370 in 2013.

Notable people named Scarlet

• Scarlett Johansson
  Actress in Marvel movies
• Scarlett Byrne
  Actress in Harry Potter
• Scarlett Pomers
  Actress (Reba TV show)
• Scarlett Estevez
  Actress (Lucifer TV show)
• Scarlett Gruber
  Venezuelan actress and dancer

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Questions about the name Scarlet

What does the name Scarlet mean?

Scarlet means refers to the bright red color, and it comes from English origins.

Is Scarlet a boy's or a girl's name?

Scarlet is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Scarlet?

In 2025, Scarlet ranked #510 for girls, down from #489 the year before.

When was Scarlet most popular?

Scarlet peaked at #370 in 2013.