Santa Claus (also known as Saint Nicholas, Saint Nick, Father Christmas, Kris Kringle or Santa) is a legendary figure [1] originating in Western Christian culture who is said to bring gifts during the late evening and overnight hours on Christmas Eve.

Feb 16, 2010 · Find out more about the history of Santa Claus from his earliest origins to the shopping mall Santas of today, and discover how two New Yorkers—Clement Clark Moore and Thomas Nast—were major...

Dec 6, 2023 · Saint Nicholas was a Christian bishop who provided for the poor and sick and is the basis for the popular character of Santa Claus.

Mar 28, 2025 · Santa Claus, legendary figure who is the traditional patron of Christmas in the United States and other countries, bringing gifts to children. His popular image is based on traditions associated with Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century Christian saint who is typically depicted in red bishop’s robes.

Dec 24, 2024 · How Did St. Nicholas Become Known as Santa Claus? Over the nearly two thousand years since St. Nicholas of Myra lived, many Christmas traditions arose around him in different countries.

Dec 6, 2021 · Santa Claus, as he's known today, has become a symbol of merriment, generosity, and the holiday spirit. Yet few realize that this beloved figure finds its roots in the life of a real person: Saint Nicholas of Myra.

Dec 18, 2022 · Saint Nicholas, also known as Santa Claus, is a figure who has been revered for centuries for his generosity and kindness. The origins of Saint Nicholas can be traced back to a historical figure who lived in the 4th century in what is now modern-day Turkey.

It's been a long journey from the Fourth Century Bishop of Myra, St. Nicholas, who showed his devotion to God in extraordinary kindness and generosity to those in need, to America's jolly Santa Claus, whose largesse often supplies luxuries to the affluent.

Dec 17, 2019 · Santa Claus finds his origin in Saint Nicholas, a devoted Christian bishop from the 4th century. His life of generosity and compassion offers a powerful reminder of Christ’s call to love and...

Dec 6, 2019 · Follow the evolution from the real St. Nicholas, a Greek and early Christian bishop born around 280 AD, to the jolly, gifts-dispensing Santa we know today.