It’s Christmas time which means many new Elf on the Shelf’s are arriving into homes. We have over 99 fun girl and boy Elf on the Shelf Names including the movie the name may have come from (my personal favorite Wreck-it R”elf”)
Our family has had a ton of fun with Elf on the Shelf and his many antics throughout the years this mystical creature has been visiting. The first step, of course, is coming up with a name for your Elf on the Shelf! Here are some of our favorites
Boy Elf on the Shelf Names
Here are some great boy Elf on the Shelf Names that are from famous Christmas movies. We also included links to the movies so you can check them out for yourself.
- Buddy (Elf)
- Maxx (Grinch that stole Christmas)
- Ralphie (A Christmas Story)
- Clark (Christmas Vacation)
- Scott Calvin (The Santa Clause)
- Murray (Murray Christmas, Mickey’s Twice Upon a Christmas)
- Charlie (Boy from Santa Clause)
- Bernard (Elf from Santa Clause)
- Arthur (Arthur Christmas)
- Sparky (Christmas Vacation)
- Cousin Eddy (Christmas Vacation)
- Leon (Snowman from Elf)
- Miles Finch (Elf)
- Mayor Augustus Maywho (Grinch)
- Kevin (Home Alone)
- Gus Polinski (Home Alone)
- Buzz Macallister (Home Alone)
- Gimbel (Store from Elf)
- Vic Frohmeyer (Christmas with the Kranks)
- Gonzo (Muppet’s Christmas)
- Hans (Die Hard – Not really a family Christmas Movie)
- Wreck it R”elf” (Wreck it Ralph)
- Neezer (Scrooge)
- Wayne (Prep & Landing)
- Lanny (Prep & Landing)
Girl Elf on the Shelf Names
Here are some fun names from Christmas movies and celebrities.
- Halle Berry 😉
- Jovie (Elf)
- Cindy Lou Who (Grinch who Stole Christmas)
- Judy (Elf from Santa Clause)
- Lucy (The Santa Clause)
- Noelle (Noelle on Disney +)
- Martha May Whovier (Grinch)
- Margo (Christmas Vacation)
- Bethany (Christmas Vacation)
- Dory (Finding Nemo)
- Anna or Elsa (Frozen)
- Ruth Bader Gifts-Burg
- Sally (Nightmare before Christmas)
- Betty Lou Who (Grinch)
Classic Girl Holiday Names for your Elf
- Ginger
- Pixie
- Tinsel
- Twinkle
- Winter
- Joy
- Carol
- Snowflake
- Noel
- Mistletoe
- Merry
- Holly
- Prancer
- Grace
- Cookie
- Cocoa
- Figgy Puddin
- Sugarplum
- Vixen
- Macy
- Peppermint
- Cupid
- Candy
- Lucy
- Harmony
- Cinnamon
- Mittens
- Kiki
- Waffles
More Great Ideas for Your Elf on the Shelf
The Elf on the Shelf Story (you can also watch it here with your kids) is a fun book to read with your kids when your Elf arrives, and welcoming and naming your magical elf is the first part of the fun.
- Snowie
- Snowball
- Elfie
- Crasher
- Kringle
- Kris
- Lucky
- Flake
- Ice
- Topper
- Nicholas
- Nick
- Dasher
- Jingle
- Chip
- North
- Prep
- Landing
- Thrasher
- Blitzen
- Jolly
- Comet
Sports Elf on the Shelf Names in 2020
Ok, 2020 has not been that fun, but there have been some amazing sports for all of us sports fans. Here are some fun elf on the shelf names after some great athletes in 2020
- Mookie (LA Dodgers)
- Curry (Golden State Warriors)
- Arozarena (Tampa Bay Rays)
- Brady (Tampa Bay Buccaneers)
- Brees (New Orleans Saints)
- Jimmie (Miami Heat)
- Kittle (SF 49ers)
- Bosa (SF 49ers)
- JJ (Houston Texans)
- Saquon (NY Giants)
- Lonzo (New Orleans Hornets)
What is your Elf on the Shelf’s Name? Let us know in the comments and we will add it to the list!
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