Girl name · English
Scarlett
“red, bright cloth-merchant”
Vibes
Common nicknames
Short-forms and diminutives parents often use for Scarlett.
Explore Scarlett further
Similar-feel alternatives, or middle-name candidates that pair well with Scarlett — both ranked by the same scoring system (vibe overlap, syllable rhythm, origin compatibility).
About the name
Scarlett is an English occupational surname — the merchant of scarlet, the most expensive dyed cloth of the Middle Ages — turned first name by Margaret Mitchell's untameable Scarlett O'Hara.
Scarlett Johansson carried it into the 2000s; American parents carried it to twenty-seventh place by 2024.
The name is a color, a temper, and a promise never to go hungry again. It pairs well with soft middles (Scarlett Rose, Scarlett Elise) to cool the crimson. Vibe-wise it is Vintage Elegant in a red dress — with more Y2K-boldness than it admits.
More English names
Scarlett sits in our English set — these share its roots.
All English names →Scarlett — common questions
Is Scarlett a boy or girl name?
Scarlett is traditionally a girl name of English origin. It ranked #32 among US girls' names in 2025.
What does the name Scarlett mean?
Scarlett means “red, bright cloth-merchant” of English origin. Scarlett is an English occupational surname — the merchant of scarlet, the most expensive dyed cloth of the Middle Ages — turned first name by Margaret Mitchell's untameable Scarlett O'Hara.
Where does the name Scarlett come from?
Scarlett is English in origin. Scarlett Johansson carried it into the 2000s; American parents carried it to twenty-seventh place by 2024.
What are common nicknames for Scarlett?
Scar, Letty, and Arlette — the short-forms parents most often use for Scarlett.
How popular is Scarlett?
Scarlett ranked #32 in US Social Security Administration data for 2025, which puts it solidly in everyday use.
Bring the name into the room
A couple of nice things named Scarlett you might want for the nursery.