Multiple choice general knowledge sports When did the first christmas carol come into being in the 15th century ? 1410 1545 1689 1758 Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation The first printed Christmas carol 'Adeste Fideles' (O Come All Ye Faithful) appeared around 1410-1413 in the 15th century. Christmas carols as we know them began emerging in the 1400s. 1545 is 16th century, and 1689 and 1758 are much later.