Scarlette
Old French · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Scarlette
Scarlette is a feminine form of Scarlett, derived from the Old French word "escarlate" meaning a bright red cloth or dye, evolving through Middle English to denote the color scarlet itself.
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Etymology
Scarlette is a feminine form of Scarlett, derived from the Old French word "escarlate" meaning a bright red cloth or dye, evolving through Middle English to denote the color scarlet itself. The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, with notable prominence in English literature through Margaret Mitchell's 1936 novel "Gone with the Wind" featuring the character Scarlett O'Hara.
Scarlette currently ranks #1,180 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2016.
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