In Ireland, Santa is commonly called “Santy” in everyday speech, and in the Irish language he’s called Daidí na Nollag (literally “Daddy/Father of Christmas”).

Main names in Ireland

  • Santy / Santie – A very common, informal Irish-English nickname for Santa Claus, especially among children and in older Irish traditions.
  • Santa – The now widely used international form, especially in media and with younger generations.
  • Daidí na Nollag – The Irish (Gaeilge) term meaning Father/Daddy of Christmas, used in Irish-language contexts and teaching.

So if you hear Irish people talking at Christmas, you might hear: “What’s Santy bringing you for Christmas?” just as often as “What’s Santa bringing you?”