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Summary

Scarlett is an English name that means 'red' and is derived from the Old French word 'escarlate'. It has evolved through various forms and gained significant popularity in the 20th century, particularly due to its association with literature and film. The name evokes traits of vibrancy and strength, but it does not have a biblical background.

The name Scarlett is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Scarlett has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Scarlett' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19331st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14070th out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1798th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1246th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1227th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1048th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 262nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Scarlett' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.