Discover classic Santa elf names, their magical jobs, and the personalities that keep the North Pole running all year long.

Every child wonders about Santa’s magical helpers—those cheerful, hardworking elves who bring Christmas to life. Parents often ask: What are Santa’s elves’ names? What do they do? And who keeps the North Pole running year-round?
This complete guide introduces you to traditional Santa elves names and explains their jobs, personalities, and magical quirks. You’ll also meet the official characters featured inside the Santa Magic app—where kids can have FaceTime-style calls with Santa or his elves, send letters, receive personalized video replies, and even make the Nice List.
This guide blends classic lore with the modern Christmas magic your kids will adore.
Across Christmas stories, movies, and folklore, a handful of elf names appear again and again. These timeless names have become part of North Pole tradition:
But every North Pole has its own unique elves. In Santa Magic, we’ve created a team of fully developed helpers with personalities your kids will meet during video calls and messages.
If you use the Santa Magic app, these elves may appear on calls, in letters, or in your child’s Nice List video. Each one has a name, job, and personality that makes them feel real—perfect for keeping the Christmas magic alive.
Job: Chief Operations Officer & Cookie Quality Control
Holly keeps the entire North Pole running like a well-oiled sleigh. She handles schedules, budgets, cookie testing, and—of course—making sure Santa doesn’t lose his glasses.
Kids see her as warm, wise, and always ready with loving encouragement.
Job: Workshop Director
She’s the youngest elf ever promoted to Head Elf and knows every inch of the workshop. Jingleberry is energetic, organized, and beloved by all elves. With her color-coded charts and 12 daily walkthroughs, she makes sure every toy is perfect.
Job: Chief List Administrator & Global Logistics Coordinator
Pixel manages the official Naughty/Nice List, recalculates Santa’s Christmas Eve route every few minutes, and keeps everything efficient. Kids LOVE her energetic, nerdy personality and her “Kindness Point System.”
Job: Cookie Architect
Covered in flour and always cheerful, Cinnamon bakes tens of thousands of cookies a day. Children often meet him in Santa Magic messages about baking, treats, or holiday cheer.
Job: Director of Holiday Music
She creates the soundtrack of Christmas—everything from classic carols to epic remixes. Her music even helps toys come alive during testing!
Job: Mad Toy Scientist
Sparkle invents the world’s most creative toys. She’s also responsible for the magical “Dimensional Chimney,” letting Santa reach homes without chimneys.
Job: Chief Technology Officer
Tinsel keeps all North Pole systems running—especially Pixel’s huge data center. He’s a sweetheart who talks tech but cares deeply about making Christmas smoother every year.
Job: Reindeer Wellness Director
Beloved by every reindeer, Jolly Joe keeps them healthy and happy. Kids often hear Santa mention him when talking about Rudolph or stable updates.
Job: Assistant Route Planner
Zippy works side-by-side with Pixel to map the world and optimize Santa’s path. She’s quick, caffeinated, and hilariously energetic.
While each elf has a unique personality, most fall into one of the classic North Pole roles. Here’s a breakdown your child will love learning about:
The backbone of Santa’s operation! They design, build, and perfect every toy before it reaches Santa’s sleigh.
Experts in ribbons, bows, and festive sparkle. They wrap millions of gifts with magical speed.
Elves like Jolly Joe keep the reindeer fed, trained, and flight-ready.
This high-tech team helps Santa plan the fastest possible route around the globe.
Pixel and her assistants track kindness, helpfulness, and good deeds year-round.
Inside the Santa Magic app, parents can let their children:
These magical experiences make the world of Santa’s helpers feel real—and unforgettable.
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Now you know the full list of Santa’s elves names, jobs, and personalities—both traditional and from Santa Magic’s official North Pole team. These characters help your child experience Christmas in a personal, heartwarming way.
If you want your kids to truly believe in Santa’s helpers, try a magical video call or Nice List message today inside the Santa Magic app.
Bring the elves to life. Create Christmas magic today.