Scarlet Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Scarlet originates from Middle English and means bright red, linked to a type of red cloth. It evolved from Latin to Old French before taking its current form. It is often associated with vibrancy and passion. There is no biblical relevance, but it gained popularity in the 19th century and continues to be a fashionable choice today.
The name Scarlet is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest 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, Scarlet has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled 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, 'Scarlet' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3443rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1646th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1736th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2147th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 793rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 413th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Scarlet' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Scarlet"
Pronunciation
/ˈskɑːrlɪt/
Origin
Middle English
Etymology
The name Scarlet is derived from the Middle English word 'scarlat', which referred to a type of bright red cloth. This term has its roots in the Latin 'scarlatum', which also means a bright red color.
Meaning
bright red
Language Evolution
Latin: scarlatum, Old French: escarlate, Middle English: scarlet
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century, partly due to the association with the vivid color and its use in fashion.
Variants & Derivatives
Scarlette, Scarletina, Scar
Modern Popularity & Image
Scarlet is currently perceived as a vibrant and bold name, often associated with passion and beauty. It has gained popularity due to its use in literature and popular culture.
Famous People
Scarlett Johansson, Scarlett O'Hara (fictional character from 'Gone with the Wind'), Scarlet Witch (fictional character from Marvel Comics)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Scarlet"
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 "Scarlet"
"Scarlet" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3443rd of 9204 | 128 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1646th of 12526 | 771 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1736th of 19264 | 865 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2147th of 27321 | 908 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 793rd of 35406 | 5,259 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 413th of 30306 | 9,190 |
Regional Popularity of "Scarlet" 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 "Scarlet" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
89.04% 2095th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
- |
46.93% 1339th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
89.27% 2622nd/2937 |
- |
39.57% 1392nd/3518 |
61.62% 2492nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
57.16% 2558th/4475 |
40.08% 2082nd/5194 |
31.55% 1993rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
19.14% 877th/4582 |
14.50% 749th/5164 |
11.60% 848th/7313 |
8.88% 663rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
9.61% 383rd/3984 |
8.78% 394th/4487 |
7.30% 498th/6822 |
5.91% 371st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Scarlet"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Scarlet" 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.