Xmas (also X-mas) is a common abbreviation of the word Christmas. It is sometimes pronounced / ˈɛksməs /, but Xmas, and variants such as Xtemass, originated as handwriting abbreviations …

Dec 29, 2025 · Christmas, Christian festival celebrating the birth of Jesus. Since the early 20th century, Christmas has also been a secular family holiday, observed by Christians and non …

Xmas is a widely recognised abbreviation for the word Christmas. Contrary to popular belief, the use of Xmas is not an attempt to secularise or commercialise the holiday. Rather, its origins …

Dec 13, 2025 · Christmas is full of surprising traditions, sayings, and customs—many with origins that go back centuries. From the meaning of phrases like “Jiminy Christmas” and “Godspeed” …

Oct 27, 2009 · Christmas, celebrated annually on December 25, is a sacred religious holiday as well as a worldwide cultural and commercial phenomenon. For roughly two millennia, people …

Dec 25, 2025 · The First Lady and I send our warmest wishes to all Americans as we share in the joy of Christmas Day and celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior,

Dec 20, 2024 · Christmas or Xmas? Christmas is also sometimes known as Xmas. Some people don't think it's correct to call Christmas 'Xmas' as that takes the 'Christ' (Jesus) out of …

Dec 24, 2025 · Have you ever noticed a holiday decoration or sign that says "Xmas" rather than "Christmas" and wondered about its origins? The explanation reaches back much further into …

Dec 25, 2025 · While “Christmas” explicitly references Christ, “Xmas” is a shortened form that preserves centuries-old Christian symbolism. Both terms are widely seen on cards, posters, …

Oct 18, 2024 · Christmas is always celebrated in America on Dec. 25, but the day of the week rotates. This year, Christmas is on Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2024. Here are the days of the week …