
Celebrating with a Christmas word game or organizing a letter-themed Christmas party? No matter the occasion, if you’re seeking Christmas words starting with the letter C, you’ll find a detailed list below!
First we’ll list them for easy reference, then, further below, we’ll explain them in case you need to justify them to your friends/family to win your letter based Christmas game.

Christmas Words That Begin With C
- Christmas
- Christ
- Candle
- Candy
- Chocolate
- Claus
- Comet
- Carol
- Carollers
- Celebration
- Chimney
- Cheer
- Chilly
- Cookies
- Cranberry
- Candy Cane
- Cocoa
- Card
- Chestnuts
- Crackers
- Cozy
- Cider
- Cinnamon
- Children

Now, just in case you need to clarify or justify to anybody why these words can be considered ‘Christmas’ words, here are your answers:
Christmas
The holiday itself, celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ on December 25th. You don’t get much more of a ‘Christmassy’ word than the word itself!
Christ
Refers to Jesus Christ, whose birth is celebrated on Christmas.
Candle
Often used in Christmas decorations and services, symbolizing light and hope, they also give warm and cozy vibes and can look and smell great too!
Candy
Sweets and treats are commonly enjoyed during the Christmas season.
Chocolate
Popular as gifts, in advent calendars, and as part of festive treats.
Claus
Refers to Santa Claus, the iconic figure who delivers gifts to children on Christmas Eve, there wouldn’t be Christmas without Mr & Mrs Claus!
Comet
One of Santa’s reindeer, helping him deliver presents around the world.
Carol
Traditional Christmas songs sung during the holiday season.
Carollers
A group of people singing Christmas songs in the neighborhood, sometimes moving from door to door.
Celebration
Christmas is a time of joy, gatherings, and festivities and is one of the biggest celebrations in the Christian calendar.
Chimney
Santa Claus is said to enter homes through the chimney to deliver gifts.
Cheer
The joyful and festive spirit associated with Christmas. Spreading Christmas cheer is one of our favorite things to do, and the best way to do it is by playing ‘Elf By Stealth’!
Chilly
Describes the cold weather typical in many regions during Christmas.
Cookies
Often baked and decorated as part of Christmas traditions, nothing beats leaving out some Christmas cookies specially baked for Santa!
Cranberry
Commonly used in holiday dishes and sauces – you can’t serve your turkey without some cranberry sauce!
Candy Cane
A traditional Christmas treat shaped like a shepherd’s crook, symbolizing Jesus as the Good Shepherd. Now just seen as a fun and tasty, usually red and white, festive treat.
Cocoa
Hot chocolate is a popular warm drink during the cold Christmas season. Come inside after some caroling and enjoy a steaming hot mug of cocoa!
Card
As in Christmas cards (that counts as two c’s!) are sent to friends and family to convey holiday greetings.
Chestnuts
Roasted chestnuts are a traditional Christmas treat, often referenced in holiday songs…’chestnuts roasting on an open fire…’
Crackers
Also known as bonbons, these festive table decorations make a snapping sound and contain small gifts, jokes, and paper hats to make your Christmas lunch fun and enjoyable.
Cozy
Describes the warm, comfortable feeling often sought during the cold Christmas season.
Cider
Hot apple cider is a popular festive drink during the Christmas season.
Cinnamon
A spice commonly used in Christmas baking and cooking, adding a warm, festive flavor.
Children
Christmas is especially magical for children, with traditions like Santa Claus, gifts, and special activities. While every age can celebrate Christmas, there’s no doubt that it’s the most magical time for children!

From the iconic figures like Claus and Comet to the cozy and cheerful feelings evoked by candles, carols, and cocoa, each of these ‘C’ words brings to life the magic and warmth that define Christmas.
Whether it’s the sweetness of candy canes and cookies, the festive cheer shared through cards and celebrations, or the timeless traditions of stockings hung by the chimney and turkey served with cranberries, these words collectively paint a vibrant picture of the joy, togetherness, and wonder that make Christmas so special. Let’s face it, you can’t spell Christmas without the letter C!