Scarlett
Meaning: Bright red; a dealer in scarlet cloth
Origin: Old French escarlate — an occupational surname for a trader of scarlet-dyed cloth
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #128
Total births: 3,977
History: Scarlett surged in the 2010s as a bold, dramatic name in Australia. The color scarlet echoes the red of Uluru and the outback. Scarlett represents Australian parents choosing names with visual impact and passionate energy.
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| Current rank (2025) | #46 |
| Babies named Scarlett in 2025 | 135 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 3,977 |
| Peak year | 2014 (290 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #19 |
| Years in records | 2004–2025 (22 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 12 spots |
Frequently asked about Scarlett
What does the name Scarlett mean?
Scarlett means “Bright red; a dealer in scarlet cloth” from Old French escarlate — an occupational surname for a trader of scarlet-dyed cloth roots.
What is the origin of the name Scarlett?
Scarlett has Old French escarlate — an occupational surname for a trader of scarlet-dyed cloth origin. The traditional meaning is “Bright red; a dealer in scarlet cloth”.
How popular is Scarlett in Australia?
Scarlett ranked #46 in Australia in 2025 — given to 135 babies that year.
When was Scarlett most popular?
Scarlett peaked in 2014 with 290 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Scarlett a boy or girl name?
Scarlett is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Scarletts in registered births are female.
Is the name Scarlett rising or falling in popularity?
Scarlett has fallen 12 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #34 in 2020 to #46 in 2025.
How long has Scarlett been recorded in Australia?
Scarlett appears in birth records in Australia across 22 years — from 2004 through 2025.