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Name Origin

Scarlett is a feminine given name derived from the surname Scarlett, which itself originated from the Middle English word 'scarlet' meaning a bright red color. The name gained popularity in the 20th century after the publication of Margaret Mitchell's novel 'Gone with the Wind', featuring the iconic character Scarlett O'Hara.

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Famous People

Scarlett Johansson (1984-)

Actress

  • Academy Award nominee
  • Tony Award winner
  • Highest-paid actress in the world (2018-2019)