579 Elf on the Shelf Names

The Elf on the Shelf has become a Christmas icon, with millions of elves faithfully watching over families every holiday season. Each elf comes with a book detailing its work as a scout for Santa, but they are all missing a name. Find the perfect name for your Elf on the Shelf in one of our curated lists.

What is Elf on the Shelf?

The Elf on the Shelf is a creation of Carol Aebersold and her daughters, Chanda Bell and Christa Pitts. Together they created this now iconic flexible elf doll and an accompanying book of the story of an elf scout who was assigned to watch over children during the Christmas season before returning to Santa every night to report whether the children had been naughty or nice. While its title implies that it sits proudly on a shelf, the book notes that the elf will hide in a different spot every day. The elf is powered by the magic that comes from being named and loved by a family, and each family writes the carefully chosen name of their elf and the day their elf was ‘adopted’ into their book. The elf may lose its ability to visit and report to Santa if it is touched. This story adds a bit of holiday magic to a much-loved item that has now become a recognizable gift for families everywhere.

Choosing the name of an elf is an important task, and our hand-picked lists of elf names carefully organized by theme will help make this decision easier and more fun for every family.

Top 100 Elf on the Shelf Names

Check out our list of girl and boy names for an Elf on the Shelf, showcasing the different inspirations and stories behind some of the most popular names for elves across the world.

Christmas Elf Names

Our list of Christmas-themed Elf on the Shelf is packed with holiday spirit. These names have been curated to reflect the wonder of Christmas, from Santa elf names to winter wonders and references to Christmas practices throughout history.

Cute Elf on the Shelf Names

This list of cute Elf on the Shelf names is befitting for the adorable elves that report to Santa. We gathered the cutest, most charming, and most joyous names for this list.

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Magical Elf on the Shelf Names

In this list, you will find the most spellbinding and otherworldly names for your Elf on the Shelf. Consider a name from this list if you want to celebrate the magic of the Elf on the Shelf.

Mischievous and Naughty Elf on the Shelf Names

Some owners of Elves on the Shelf enjoy using their elves to stage pranks. If you’re one such owner, a name from our list of mischievous and naughty Elf on the Shelf names is perfect for you.

Cool Elf on the Shelf Names

These Elf on the Shelf names are cooler than the coldest winter and are inspired by historical figures and modern icons. These names are perfect for families with older children who want some edge to their holiday celebrations.

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Beautiful Elf on the Shelf Names

There is a wondrous beauty to Christmas, no matter the weather. Our list of pretty Elf on the Shelf names celebrates the once-a-year elegance that the holidays always bring.

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Royal Elf on the Shelf Names

The Elf on the Shelf is given the vital task of reporting to Santa himself, and a royal name inspired by the nobility is a great way to honor the important work of these elf scouts.

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