Christmas is a magical time filled with sparkle and cheer.
From festive décor that lights up our homes to cozy moments shared with loved ones, Christmas vocabulary is as varied as the season itself. This comprehensive list of over 700 words serves as your ultimate guide to everything Christmas, organized for easy reference.
The 100 Most Popular Christmas Words
Here are the top 100 Christmas words that capture the essence of the season.
These are essential for holiday conversations, whether you’re crafting a card, writing a story, or adding festive flair to your vocabulary.
- Santa
- Christmas Tree
- Joy
- Merry
- Reindeer
- Elf
- Snow
- Gift
- Star
- Ornaments
- Frosty
- Mistletoe
- Garland
- Sleigh
- Candy Cane
- Holly
- Jolly
- Tinsel
- Yule
- Noel
- Eggnog
- Wreath
- Poinsettia
- Gingerbread
- Chimney
- Stockings
- Nativity
- Icicle
- Lights
- Ho Ho Ho
- Fireplace
- Snowman
- North Pole
- Peace
- Blessed
- Love
- Festive Cheer
- Rudolph
- Carols
- Tree
- Miracle
- Bethlehem
- Silent Night
- St. Nicholas
- Midnight Mass
- Celebration
- Angel
- Snowflake
- Wrapping Paper
- Bow
- Bell
- Sugarplum
- Frost
- Holiday
- Cheer
- Christmas Eve
- Warmth
- Festive
- Candle
- Snug
- Gather
- Candy
- Togetherness
- Goodwill
- Greetings
- Winter
- Christ
- Magic
- Ribbon
- Faith
- Hope
- Tradition
- Elf on the Shelf
- Snowfall
- Tree Trimming
- Gingerbread House
- Season’s Greetings
- Jingle Bells
- Merry Christmas
- Christmas Lights
- Hot Chocolate
- Feast
- Chestnuts
- Giving
- Egg Custard
- Family
- Friends
- Gratitude
- Rejoice
- Cozy Socks
- Laughter
- Sleigh Bells
- Advent
- Savior
- Warm Wishes
- Trim the Tree
- New Year
A-Z Christmas Word List
An alphabetical list provides a clear breakdown of holiday words for every letter of the alphabet, perfect for finding words by their starting letter.
Christmas Words Starting with A
- Advent Season
- Angelic
- Aroma
- Artificial Tree
- Assemble
- Awe
- Amazing
- Array
- Amaryllis
- Annunciation
- Alms
- Abundance
- Attend
- Amusement
- Awaken
- Affection
- Awe-inspiring
- Arrival
- Adore
- Apple Cider
Christmas Words Starting with B
- Baking
- Balsam
- Beauty
- Bells
- Blitzen
- Bows
- Buche de Noel
- Bethlehem Star
- Buddy
- Bright
- Blessings
- Bonfire
- Blizzard
- Bauble
- Boxed Gifts
- Brandy
- Balsam Fir
- Blinking Lights
- Blustery
- Bobble
Christmas Words Starting with C
- Candy Canes
- Celebrations
- Carol Singer
- Christ Child
- Chimney Top
- Cocoa
- Cozy
- Cheer
- Candlelight
- Cranberry
- Christmas Trees
- Cookie
- Christmastide
- Conifer
- Countdown
- Choir
- Cupcake
- Cinnamon
- Crown
- Crèche
Christmas Words Starting with D
- Decorations
- Donner
- Delight
- Dinner
- Drum
- Dazzle
- Divine
- Dreams
- December
- Dance
- Drumsticks
- Deck
- Doves
- Driveway
- Devotion
- Drape
- Divine Light
- Dashing
- Display
- Dreidel
Christmas Words Starting with E
- Eggnog
- Elves
- Evergreen
- Emmanuel
- Excitement
- Eve
- Euphoria
- Embrace
- Enjoyment
- Enchantment
- Endearing
- Elation
- Engage
- Ember
- Envelop
- Extravaganza
- Enduring
- Engage
- Epiphany
- Embraceable
Christmas Words Starting with F
- Frosty
- Fireplace
- Festive
- Family
- Feast
- Frost
- Fawn
- Fir Tree
- Firewood
- Faith
- Fudge
- Frostbite
- Fairy Lights
- Fun
- Flurries
- Festivities
- Flannel
- Figs
- Frankincense
- Frosting
Christmas Words Starting with G
- Garland
- Gift
- Gingerbread
- Gather
- Greetings
- Giving
- Glitter
- Glow
- Gold
- Grateful
- Greenery
- Glisten
- Goodwill
- Grace
- Goose
- Glittering
- Glee
- Giver
- God Bless
- Grinch
Christmas Words Starting with H
- Holly
- Hope
- Hot Chocolate
- Holiday
- Happiness
- Hugs
- Heavenly
- Hearth
- Herald
- Ho Ho Ho
- Humility
- Holy Night
- Hymn
- Hanukkah
- Harp
- Hospitality
- Homecoming
- Humble
- Holiday Cheer
- Honor
Christmas Words Starting with I
- Icicle
- Ivy
- Illuminated
- Invitation
- Ice Skates
- Incense
- Imagine
- Igloo
- Infinite
- Inspiration
- Inn
- Icing
- Immanuel
- Illuminate
- Immersive
- Ice
- Inclusion
- Infinite Joy
- Inhale
- Intimate
Christmas Words Starting with J
- Jingle Bells
- Joy
- Jesus
- Jolly
- Jubilee
- Journey
- Jewels
- Joyful
- Jubilant
- Jamboree
- Jack Frost
- Jingle
- Joyous
- Jolly Old St. Nicholas
- Jingling
- Joyride
- Jester
- Jolly Good
- Joyfulness
- Jingle Bell Rock
Christmas Words Starting with K
- Kris Kringle
- Kindness
- Kin
- Kwanzaa
- Kindred
- Keepsake
- Kindhearted
- King
- Kettle
- Knit
- Kindling
- Kissing Ball
- Kith
- Kneel
- Knitted Stockings
- Kwanzaa Candles
- King’s Cake
- Kindred Spirits
- Knickknacks
- Kwanzaa Feast
Christmas Words Starting with L
- Lights
- Love
- Laughter
- Luminaria
- Lush
- Lullaby
- Lantern
- Log
- Lively
- Linger
- Luminous
- Laughter-filled
- Liturgy
- Lollipop
- Lend
- Luxurious
- Loyal
- Lure
- Luster
Christmas Words Starting with M
- Manger
- Mistletoe
- Merry
- Midnight
- Magic
- Miracle
- Mirth
- Music
- Manger Scene
- Majestic
- Mulling Spices
- Mittens
- Magnificent
- Messiah
- Mulled Wine
- Merriment
- Miracle Worker
- Midnight Mass
- Mesmerize
- Memories
Christmas Words Starting with N
- Noel
- Nativity
- North Pole
- Night
- Nutcracker
- Nutmeg
- Noel Candle
- Nippy
- Noble
- Neighbors
- Nestle
- Nurture
- Nutty
- Nogg (Eggnog)
- Nightfall
- New Year
- Neatly Wrapped
- Northern Lights
- Nutcracker Ballet
- Nostalgic
Christmas Words Starting with O
- Ornaments
- O Holy Night
- Oven
- Offering
- Opulence
- Outdoors
- Overjoyed
- Oats
- Ornamented
- Observance
- Open House
- Oxen
- Olive Branch
- Overflowing
- Outing
- One-Horse Sleigh
- Oak
- Old-Fashioned
- Overcoat
- Overhead Lights
Christmas Words Starting with P
- Poinsettia
- Peace
- Presents
- Pine
- Plum Pudding
- Prayer
- Polar Express
- Party
- Pudding
- Peppermint
- Pinecone
- Partridge
- Prancer
- Pine Needles
- Preparation
- Pajamas
- Playful
- Praise
- Parade
- Pastries
Christmas Words Starting with Q
- Quiet
- Quilt
- Quaint
- Quench
- Quiver
- Quick
- Quest
- Quality Time
- Quince
- Quill
- Quintet
- Quoted Verse
- Quarters (Holiday Inn)
- Queen’s Speech
- Quirky Gifts
- Quenched Thirst
- Quick Steps
- Quirky Sweater
- Quake (Excitement)
- Quill Ornament
Christmas Words Starting with R
- Reindeer
- Ribbon
- Rejoice
- Rudolph
- Roast
- Revelry
- Ribbons
- Respect
- Radiance
- Robin
- Relaxation
- Rejoicing
- Ring Bells
- Red Nose
- Reflection
- Rosy Cheeks
- Roast Turkey
- Reunite
- Revelation
- Rosemary
Christmas Words Starting with S
- Santa
- Snow
- Sleigh
- Stockings
- Star
- Snowman
- Savior
- St. Nicholas
- Snowfall
- Shepherd
- Season
- Sugarplum
- Scarf
- Sleigh Bells
- Spice
- Sparkle
- Spruce
- Snow Globe
- Silver Bells
- Spirit
Christmas Words Starting with T
- Tree
- Tinsel
- Tradition
- Toys
- Trim
- Turkey
- Twinkle
- Tidings
- Togetherness
- Toy Soldier
- Trimming
- Tranquility
- Toboggan
- Toast
- Tenderness
- Three Wise Men
- Treasure
- Turtledove
- Table Spread
- Treats
Christmas Words Starting with U
- Unity
- Unwrap
- Unison
- Underneath
- Unconditional
- Unselfish
- Unforgettable
- Unwrap Joy
- Uplift
- Unseen Blessings
- Unison Choir
- Unique
- Uplifting Spirit
- Unbroken
- Unpack
- Under the Tree
- Unlimited Love
- Unfaltering
- Utensils
- Uniting
Christmas Words Starting with V
- Vixen
- Vows
- Velvet
- Visions
- Vigil
- Visit
- Vanilla
- Vacation
- Virtue
- Vibrant
- Village
- Volunteer
- Victorian
- Voice
- Valuable
- Veneration
- Vine
- Vigilant
- Votive Candle
- Victory
Christmas Words Starting with W
- Wreath
- Winter
- Warmth
- Wish
- Wonderland
- Worship
- Wrapping Paper
- Wonder
- White Christmas
- Wool
- Wintry
- Whiskers
- Wholesome
- Welcoming
- Wrapped
- Wonderment
- Workshop
- Wood Fire
- Wondrous
- Whisper
Christmas Words Starting with X
- Xmas
- Xylophone Carol
- Xenial (Hospitality)
- X-tra Special
- Xanthous Light
- Xmas Tree
- Xavier (St. Francis Xavier)
- XOXO
- Xylograph (Wood Engraving)
- Xenon Lights
- Xyloid (Wooden)
- X-press Joy
- X-shaped Cookies
- Xceptional Times
- X-citing Moments
- Xplore (Explore Holiday Traditions)
- Xalt (Exalt in Joy)
- Xperience
- Xmas Eve
- Xpand (Expand Love)
Christmas Words Starting with Y
- Yule
- Yuletide
- Yule Log
- Yarn
- Year
- Yellow Star
- Young
- Yonder
- Yummy
- Yield
- Yearning
- Youth
- Yuletide Cheer
- Year End
- Yule Candle
- Yesteryear
- Yule Goat
- Yule Song
- Yulefest
- Yawning Fire
Christmas Words Starting with Z
- Zeal
- Zest
- Zing
- Zonal (Lights)
- Zippy
- Zestful
- Zigzag Lights
- Zingy
- Zenith
- Zany Gifts
- Zamboni (Ice Skating)
- Zoom (Around on Sleds)
- Zesty Smells
- Zinfandel
- Zipped Jacket
- Zigzag Garland
- Zestiness
- Zillion Stars
- Zealous Caroling
- Zodiac (Christmas Star)
Christmas Words by Length
Organizing words by length helps for games, puzzles, and specific design layouts.
Below is a breakdown starting from three-letter words up to longer, thematic words.
3-Letter Christmas Words
- Bow
- Elf
- Joy
- Fig
- Log
- Oak
- Red
- Wax
- Ivy
- Inn
- Awe
- Ice
- Kin
- Kid
4-Letter Christmas Words
- Noel
- Star
- Bell
- Pine
- Coal
- Snow
- Yule
- Oven
- Toys
- Ball
- Gold
- Tree
- Wish
- Hope
- Love
5-Letter Christmas Words
- Santa
- Carol
- Frost
- Mirth
- Holly
- Peace
- Gifts
- Feast
- Cedar
- Green
- Cheer
- Light
- Merry
- Jesus
- Glory
Christmas Greetings and Sayings
Warm and jolly greetings that bring cheer to holiday cards and conversations.
- Merry Christmas
- Season’s Greetings
- Warm Wishes
- Peace on Earth
- Joy to the World
- Feliz Navidad
- Good Tidings
- Happy Holidays
- Rejoice
- Glad Tidings
- Peaceful Moments
- Happy New Year
- Winter Wishes
- Cozy Greetings
- Christmas Blessings
- Holly Jolly
- Tis the Season
- Love and Light
- Merry and Bright
- Jolly Good Time
Multicultural Christmas Words and Phrases
Celebrate Christmas traditions from around the world with these festive greetings and terms.
- Feliz Navidad (Spanish) – Merry Christmas
- Joyeux Noël (French) – Merry Christmas
- Frohe Weihnachten (German) – Merry Christmas
- Buon Natale (Italian) – Merry Christmas
- Mele Kalikimaka (Hawaiian) – Merry Christmas
- Kala Christougenna (Greek) – Merry Christmas
- God Jul (Swedish/Norwegian) – Merry Christmas
- Vrolijk Kerstfeest (Dutch) – Merry Christmas
- Glædelig Jul (Danish) – Merry Christmas
- Geseënde Kersfees (Afrikaans) – Merry Christmas
Festive Christmas Phrases and Idioms
These idioms and phrases instantly bring Christmas cheer and warmth.
- Deck the Halls
- Jingle All the Way
- ‘Tis the Season
- Ho Ho Ho
- Peace on Earth
- Trim the Tree
- Making Spirits Bright
- Happy Ho Ho Holidays
- Warm and Cozy
- Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree
- Merry and Bright
- Under the Mistletoe
- Wrapped with Love
- Believe in the Magic
- Holly Jolly
- Sleigh Bells Ring
- Let It Snow
- Spirit of the Season
- Winter Wonderland
- All Is Calm
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Fun Games to Play With Christmas Words
Add some extra fun to the holidays with these creative Christmas word games:
- Christmas Word Scramble: Jumble up Christmas words and see who can unscramble them the fastest. It’s a great way to test vocabulary and spelling skills while keeping the festive spirit alive.
- Holiday Charades: Use the Christmas word list as prompts for a game of charades. Act out words like “Snowman,” “Reindeer,” or “Mistletoe” without speaking and see if others can guess.
- Christmas Word Search: Create your own Christmas-themed word search using some of the words in this guide. It’s a fun activity for both kids and adults, perfect for a cozy night in.
- Name that Carol: Give clues using words from famous Christmas carols, and see who can guess the song. For example, using “Holy,” “Night,” and “Silent” to describe “Silent Night.”
- Christmas Pictionary: Draw out Christmas words and let others guess what they are. Words like “Candy Cane” or “Santa” can lead to lots of laughs and creativity.
- Festive Hangman: Play a classic game of hangman using Christmas-themed words. It’s a fun way to learn new words and celebrate the season together.
Christmas Mad Libs: A Silly Story to Fill In
Fill in the blanks below with your favorite Christmas words and create your own silly holiday story.
Once upon a time, in the snowy town of [Adjective] [Noun], there lived a [Christmas Character] who loved to [Verb]. Every year, this [Christmas Character] would gather all the [Plural Christmas Noun] and decorate the [Noun] with [Color] [Christmas Decoration]. But one year, something very [Adjective] happened—[Christmas Character] found a [Noun] stuck in the [Place]! It was up to the [Christmas Character] and their friend, [Christmas Name], to save the day.
Together, they grabbed their [Christmas Tool] and started [Verb ending in -ing] until all the [Plural Christmas Noun] were free. They celebrated by drinking [Christmas Beverage] and singing [Christmas Song]. Everyone in the town of [Adjective] [Noun] was happy, and they all shouted, “[Christmas Exclamation]!”
Final Thoughts: Christmas Words
With over 700 words, this comprehensive list ensures you won’t run out of ways to celebrate and describe the magic of Christmas.
Whether it’s a single greeting, a long letter, or a puzzle, this list of Christmas words has everything you need.
Embrace the season with these festive words and share the joy and warmth of Christmas.