Multiple choice general knowledge sports Who is the primary inspiration for the Christian figure of Santa Claus? BulgariaSaint Nicholas of Myra Saint Jude Saint Michael Saint John Di Britto Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation Saint Nicholas of Myra (a 4th-century bishop from modern-day Turkey) is the primary historical inspiration for Santa Claus. The name Santa Claus itself comes from the Dutch 'Sinterklaas'.