We've Made Our List and Checked It Twice—100 of the Best Elf on the Shelf Names
For years now, the infamous Elf on the Shelf has become a winter staple for many families around the holiday season. After all, when you adopt a Scout Elf for your home, they become an exciting, integral part of each day leading up to Christmas. And first things first—as a new, active member of the fam, your elf will need to be named! But what to name this cutie who has such a big personality and is filled with Christmas cheer? We've got 100 of the best holiday-inspired Elf on the Shelf names for you, including the best boy elf names and the best girl elf names.
Every morning, children have so much fun looking for their elf, eager to see what mischief he or she was up to the night before. (Need some Elf on the Shelf ideas? We've got 'em). As their festive friend, the elf deserves a moniker that will make your kids smile each time they call it out, wondering which new location he or she will be found. Inspiration for the perfect name may come from a Christmas movie, or favorite sweet holiday treat. You might choose to call your elf a certain name that has religious significance, or is winter-themed. Maybe you'll decide on an option that lends itself to a shorter nickname as well.
There are endless possibilities, and we have all the best ideas for you! So, get ready to call that family meeting—it's time to decide on your Scout Elf's name, including elf names for your boy Elf on the Shelf, or names for your girl Elf on the Shelf.
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Seasonal-Inspired Elf on the Shelf Names
1. Winter
2. Jingle Bell
3. Sleigh
4. Eve
5. Claus
6. Mistletoe
7. Boots
8. Jolly
9. Snowflake
10. Drummer Boy
11. Mittens
12. Sniffle
13. Bells
14. Carol
15. Holly
16. Tinsel
17. Dasher
18. Dancer
19. Prancer
20. Vixen
21. Comet
22. Cupid
23. Donder
24. Blitzen
25. Snowy
26. Kris Kringle
27. Scrooge
28. Ivy
29. Balsam
Christmas Movie-Related Elf on the Shelf Names
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A Christmas Story
30. Ralphie
31. Randy
32. Flick
33. Ryder
National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
34. Clark
35. Cousin Eddie
36. Russell
37. Griswold
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38. Rudolph
39. Yukon Cornelius
40. Sam
41. King Moonracer
42. Hermey
43. Fireball
44. Clarice
45. Dolly
Elf
46. Buddy
47. Jovie
48. Miles
49. Walter
50. Gimbel
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Home Alone
51. Kevin
52. Buzz
53. Marv
54. Harry
How The Grinch Stole Christmas
55. Grinch
56. Max
57. Cindy Lou Who
58. Charlie
59. Lionel
60. Lucy
61. Snoopy
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62. Sally
63. Schroeder
64. Pig-Pen
65. Frieda
66. Patty
67. Frosty
68. Jack Frost
69. Parson Brown
70. Hinkle
71. Twitchell
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Faith-Inspired Elf on the Shelf Names
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72. Mary
73. Joseph
74. Frankincense
75. Myrrh
76. Angel
77. Hope
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78. Noel
79. Faith
80. Star
81. Joy
82. Shepherd
83. Wonder
84. Grace
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Festive Food Ideas for Elf on the Shelf Names
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85. Cinnamon
86. Snickerdoodle
87. Sugarplum
88. Cookie
89. Peppermint
90. Yams
91. Cocoa
92. Gingerbread
93. Biscotti
94. Pudding
95. Eggnog
96. Chestnut
97. Honey
98. Fudge
99. Sugar
100. Sweet Potato
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