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Why does Santa Claus have so many names — Santa Claus, Saint Nicholas, and Kris Kringle?

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Why does Santa Claus have so many names — Santa Claus, Saint Nicholas, and Kris Kringle?

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The story of Santa Claus begins in the 4th century A.D. with the Bishop of Myra (in present-day Turkey) — a man named Nicholas. Nicholas was born into a wealthy family, but was committed to using his wealth to help the needy.