Scarlett
girl name#32 in 2025Scarlett entered the US charts in 1937, peaked at #14 in 2022, ranks #32 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1937–2025
#32
rank today
#14
peak (2022)
5,644
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3570 |
| 1940s | #1120 |
| 1950s | #1395 |
| 1960s | #1095 |
| 1970s | #1264 |
| 1980s | #1180 |
| 1990s | #898 |
| 2000s | #529 |
| 2010s | #43 |
| 2020s | #22 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Scarlett has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 111,000 people named Scarlett are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Scarlett is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Scarlett in 2025?
- Scarlett ranks #32 among US girl names in 2025, with 5,644 babies given the name.
- When was the name Scarlett most popular?
- Scarlett peaked in 2022, reaching #14 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Scarlett with classmates?
- Scarlett will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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