what is another name for halloween?

Another common name for Halloween is All Hallows’ Eve , which is the older, more traditional form of the holiday’s name.

Main alternative name

• All Hallows’ Eve (also written All Hallows’ Even or All Hallow’s Eve) is the historical name that Halloween comes from.

• The word Halloween is essentially a contracted form of All Hallows’ Eve , referring to the evening before All Saints’ Day on November 1.

Other related names

• Some sources also list Samhain as a related or alternative term, based on the ancient Celtic festival that strongly influenced Halloween traditions.

• Modern playful phrases like Spooky Night or Fright Night are sometimes used informally, but they are creative nicknames rather than traditional names.