Santa Claus is not just a fictional character from the novel. But a person with a real who give gifts to others in the holiday season is named St. Nicholas by him has a rich background But he was orphaned when his parents died of the plague. There are many stories about his generosity, especially with children. He would gift bags through a window or the chimney St. Nicholas. A priest and later became a bishop. After his death, he was declared a saint. And his story was incorporated to the Christmas season.