It describes Santa's sleigh being pulled by a team of eight reindeer, best known as Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, and Blitzen. [note 1][2]

Discover the magical story of Blitzen, one of Santa's fastest and most loyal reindeer. Learn how she helps guide the sleigh through the Christmas night sky from the North Pole.

In this original printing the last two reindeer names are Dunder and Blixem, which in Dutch mean 'thunder and lightning'. When Clement Clark Moore, the credited author, printed the poem in 1844 …

Sometimes known as Donder and Dunder, Donner’s name means “thunder” and she is not a reindeer to be messed with! Married to Blitzen, they are the mum and dad of the reindeer group and have to …

Jun 6, 2001 · Moore's 1844 version of the poem is the one that became the standard and established 'Donder' and 'Blitzen' as the names of two of Santa' reindeer in the memories of generations of children.

Dec 16, 2021 · Today, these reindeer are commonly known as Donner and Blitzen. The reindeer that drive Santa’s sleigh is among the most beloved Christmas characters of all time. These nine …

Blitzen is one of Santa Claus' reindeer, originally named in the poem A Visit from St. Nicholas. His name comes from "Blitz", the German word for "Lightning" ("blitzen" means "to flash").

Read all about Santa's reindeer, Blitzen! Learn about when he was born, his bravery, and facts like his favorite Christmas cookie and Christmas song.

When he got there, Santa immediately saw the potential in Blitzen and made him a part of his reindeer team. Now Blitzen serves as Santa's compass, radio back to the North Pole, and lightning rod in …

Sep 22, 2025 · blitzen (weak, third-person singular present blitzt, past tense blitzte, past participle geblitzt, auxiliary haben)