100+ Christmas Elf Names

Elf on the Shelf is a fun Christmas tradition in which a little elf moves around the house each day. My kids are now too old, but I remember how they loved waking up and searching for where the elf had landed that day. Naming the elf made it feel like a real part of the family. If you are looking for the perfect name for your elf, my family and I collected some of the most classic, funniest, and cutest elf names to help you choose the names for your Christmas elf.

Classic Elf Names

Elfie
Snowflake
Buddy
Jingle
Wish
Happy
Sparkles
Chippy

Christmas Elf Names

Noel
Frosty
Mistletoe
Holly
Garland
Yuletide
Starlight
Evergreen
Frostine
Glitter
Tinsel
Merry
Balsam
Faith
Star

Reindeer Elf Names

Dasher
Dancer
Prancer
Vixen
Comet
Cupid
Donner (or Dunder)
Blitzen
Rudolph
Rednose
Antler
Snowhoof
Glider
Jumper
Twinkletoes
Frosthoof
Starbeam
Moonlighter
Sleighride
Winterflight

Food Elf Names

Ginger
Cinnamon
Fudge
Cookie
Snickerdoodle
Sugar
Biscuit
Pudding
Candy
Peppermint (or “Minty” for short)
Caramel
Brownie
Toffee
Marshmallow
Sprinkle
Muffin
Cocoa
Nutmeg
Winterberry
Cider
Butterscotch
Jellybean

Christmas Elf Names Female

Dolly
Audra
Trixie
Willow
Wren
Annie
Cheyenne
Hope
Bell
Ivy
Jolly
Joy
Unity
Quilt

Christmas Elf Names Male

Denver
Billy
Davy
Arizona
Nash
Buck
Lasso
Chance
Sawyer
Klaus
Max
Harper
Kirby
Riley
Jack

Funny Christmas Names

Snowball
Fruitcake
Eggnog
Honey
Sprinkle
Spice
Marshmallow
Red Velvet
Toffee
Butterscotch
Cannoli
Lollipop
Mistletoe

Elf Names Based on Christmas Movies

Buddy (from Elf)
Hermey (from Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer)
Bernard (from Santa Clause)
Dobby (from Harry Potter)
Winky (from Harry Potter)
Kreacher (from Harry Potter)
Gimbel (from Elf)
Elfo (from Disenchantment)
Celeborn (from The Lord of the Rings)
Thranduil (from The Hobbit)
Aegnor (from The History of Middle-Earth)
Link (from Zelda)
Snap (from Rice Crispies)
Crackle (from Rice Crispies)
Pop (from Rice Crispies)
Frosty (from Frosty the Snowman)
Rudolph (from Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer)
Comet (from Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer)
Olaf (from Frozen)

Why Should You Name an Elf?

Naming a Christmas elf is important because it helps kids learn new words and improve their language skills. When children name their elves, they practice their vocabulary and creativity. When a child gives a name to their Christmas elf, it becomes more special to them. It is not just an elf anymore; it’s their friend. This makes playtime more fun and the bond with the elf stronger. When kids bond closely with their toys, they feel more comforted. Often, a named elf is not just a toy but a buddy.

How to Choose a Name for an Elf

You might be close to picking a name for your Christmas elf or still thinking about it. Choosing a name that feels right and makes the elf seem friendly is good. Here are some questions to help you and your child decide:

What personality does the elf have?
Does your child have a favorite character from a story or movie?
Is the elf a boy or a girl?
What does the elf look like? Any special colors or patterns?

Keep the name easy and short. Let your child choose, but you can also give some ideas.

What Is My Elf Name

To find out your Christmas elf name, look at the first letter of your name and then find the month you were born in. Put those two names together, and voila! You’ve got your very own elf name.