Scarlette Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Scarlette originates from the Latin word 'scarlatum', meaning red, and evolved through Middle English as Scarlet. The name signifies vibrancy and has gained popularity since the 19th century, reflecting beauty and passion. It has no biblical relevance but is commonly associated with strong personalities. Variants include Scarlet and Scarlette, and it is currently viewed as an elegant name.
The name Scarlette is most popular in Arizona, 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Scarlette has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Scarlette' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5031st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4318th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5355th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6782nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2148th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 884th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Scarlette' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Scarlette"
Pronunciation
/skɑːrˈlɛt/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Scarlette is derived from the Latin word 'scarlatum', which refers to a type of bright red cloth, symbolizing color and vibrancy.
Meaning
Red
Language Evolution
Scarlatum (Latin), Scarlet (Middle English), Scarlette (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Scarlette gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly influenced by the use of the word 'scarlet' in literature and art, symbolizing beauty and passion.
Variants & Derivatives
Scarlet, Scarlette, Scarletina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Scarlette is perceived as a stylish and elegant name, often associated with creativity and strong personality traits.
Famous People
Scarlett Johansson, Scarlett O'Hara (fictional character from 'Gone with the Wind')
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Scarlette"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Scarlette"
"Scarlette" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5031st of 9204 | 54 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4318th of 12526 | 157 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5355th of 19264 | 154 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6782nd of 27321 | 178 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2148th of 35406 | 1,379 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 884th of 30306 | 3,684 |
Regional Popularity of "Scarlette" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Scarlette" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
78.14% 2749th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
93.73% 5921st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
47.18% 2162nd/4582 |
41.79% 2158th/5164 |
32.56% 2381st/7313 |
20.01% 1493rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
22.31% 889th/3984 |
22.11% 992nd/4487 |
14.89% 1016th/6822 |
11.92% 748th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Scarlette"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Scarlette" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.