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Scarlet or Violet?

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Antty · 19/09/2016 16:40

Which do you prefer?

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Twinkletwinkle4 · 09/10/2016 10:23

Violet is a name I really want to like but it just makes me think violent!
Scarlet I'm not keen on the word scar in the name! Just my opinions

FindingNemoFindingDory · 28/09/2016 14:29

Scarlet, but I do love Violet Smile

Zadocthepriest · 24/09/2016 21:06

Violet is one of those names that can be 2 or 3 syllables, depending on how accurately it is said. Could be irritating if you have a particular pronunciation in mind .( I put into this category Catherine, Barbara, Deborah, Margaret, but most of these are luckily out of fashion at the moment)

Uricon · 24/09/2016 18:54

Violet is another 'old' name that is come round again, IMO.

I think it is lovely, but please be aware (if the past is anything to go by and it usually is) she will be called 'Vi' a great deal.

QueenLizIII · 24/09/2016 18:48

It depends on the person you speak to know.

In contrast to the PP, I dont know any Scarlett's but two of my friends have Violet's both under age one.

Loafingaround · 24/09/2016 15:55

So pretty much 70-30 Violet- Scarlett based on the opinions here OP.

0pti0na1 · 24/09/2016 13:55

Charlotte and Juliet are nice names with the "et" ending too Smile

Ditsy4 · 24/09/2016 09:51

Scarlett, not keen on Violet. Wait until she arrives as it will help you decide.

Only1scoop · 24/09/2016 09:48

Violet by a mile

MotherDuckSaid · 24/09/2016 09:46

Oooh Viola is nice

MotherDuckSaid · 24/09/2016 09:43

IMO they r very different names, id go with Violet as it evokes beautiful things and would sit well on all ages, I like the name Scarlett, but its a much harder sounding name and the connotations of scarlet woman and fever put me off it! Its also quite popular now, whereas ive never met a little violet and defo think its due a comeback 😊

Stilldreamingofsun · 23/09/2016 20:28

Would you consider Viola?

0pti0na1 · 23/09/2016 20:20

Violet

QueenLizIII · 23/09/2016 00:53

Dont like either of them. They are both very harsh sounding names.

Scarlett has the word Scar in it.

Violet sounds very similar to Violent / Violence.

I guess you could have the NN Lettie for Scarlett which would make me choose it as you can have a softer NN.

cornishglos · 22/09/2016 20:19

Which colour do you prefer?

KatieScarlett · 22/09/2016 19:32

Violet

Scarlet or Violet?
KatieScarlett · 22/09/2016 19:31

Scarlett

Scarlet or Violet?
Pudding01 · 22/09/2016 19:22

Have you made a decision?

Loafingaround · 21/09/2016 08:02

Much prefer Violet. Violet sounds graceful, feminine but ever so slightly whimsical/bohemian so individual. Scarlet to me is brash and very overused.

2015 baby name list if any interest- Violet= 83 Scarlett = 22.

BadToTheBone · 20/09/2016 12:21

Much prefer Scarlett, Violet is too wishy washy for me and I know 3 under 5 however, I know no Scarlett's.

Fauchelevent · 20/09/2016 12:14

I know a wonderful, artsy and cool Scarlett who does a lot of great things. Violet reminds me a bit of violent.

Pipilangstrumpf · 20/09/2016 12:05

Another vote for Violet! Beautiful and classic.

Really dislike Scarlet, sounds harsh and reminds me of a scar!

AdaLovelacesCat · 20/09/2016 11:58

Violet is a nice name, but add just one letter and you get 'Violent'.
Scarlett is a bit over-used these days tbh.

MrsCaecilius · 20/09/2016 11:54

Violet. Pretty, classic, graceful.

All the Scarletts I've met have been spoilt little Madams. But that's just my association with the name!

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