Who Has the Most Christmas Spirit? We’re Ranking the Myers-Briggs Types from the Hap-hap-happiest to Bah Humbug!
Ah, the holidays! A time of joy, family reunion, and incredible stress. When it comes to Christmas spirit, no two people are alike. While for some this is, indeed, the most wonderful time of the year, others can find it exhausting or superficial. So, which Myers-Briggs personality type has the most Christmas spirit, you ask? Here are our best guesses!
1. ENFP
At the top of our list, we have the type that best personifies what Christmas is all about: ENFPs. Their joy is infectious, their enthusiasm endless, and they want to include everyone they meet in their holiday bonanza. While some may not share the ENFPs boundless passion for this season, they’ll be ready to spread some Christmas cheer all the same.
ENFPs also have a knack for elevating the smallest holiday moments into magical memories. They’ll romanticize wrapping presents, turn a grocery run into a caroling session, and somehow rope strangers into heartwarming conversations about favorite childhood traditions. Even if things go awry, they’re already spinning it into a funny Christmas story to tell next year.
2. ESFJ
The ultimate party planners, ESFJs usually have a surplus of Christmas spirit. They’re the ones listening to Christmas songs in August, which is probably the same month they’ve started their holiday shopping. Your ESFJ may be a bit too strict about following family traditions but, in the end, they truly care about making their family and loved ones happy.
Beyond the logistics and perfectly wrapped presents, ESFJs are the emotional glue of the holiday season. They’re checking in on everyone’s feelings, smoothing over awkward moments, and making sure even the shy cousin has a seat at the table. If Christmas had an official hospitality director, it would absolutely be an ESFJ.
3. ESFP
The fun-loving ESFPs radiate holiday festivity. These types feel best when lifting other people up, joining every holiday-themed party they possibly can, and arranging intricate, shiny, and colorful decorations. Your ESFP is also a pro at changing the focus of conversation if things start getting gloomy.
ESFPs treat Christmas like a month-long performance — and they’re ready to entertain. Whether they’re leading impromptu dance breaks to Mariah Carey or filming hilarious holiday reels of the family, they bring sparkle wherever they go. Their superpower is reminding everyone that joy is the point.
4. ENFJ
ENFJs will go to the ends of the earth to find the perfect gift for you. Truly — whether you’re family or they met you last month. Gift-giving may sometimes be stressful for these personalities, but they rarely give in, as this is their way of expressing love and connecting to the Christmas spirit.
And in true ENFJ fashion, they’re also keeping tabs on everyone’s emotional arcs throughout the holidays. They’ll notice who’s overwhelmed, who needs extra attention, and who could use a meaningful pep talk by the fire. Christmas for ENFJs is all about heartfelt connection.
5. ISFJ
No one protects the spirit of the holidays like an ISFJ. For these types, tradition is the name of the game, and they’ll go to great lengths to make sure their family is together and everyone’s comfortable and enjoying themselves. Every ISFJ we’ve ever met enjoys this time of the year, but it could also do them good to relax a bit.
ISFJs often become the quiet holiday heroes: the ones refilling cocoa mugs, fixing toppled décor, and making sure the nostalgic recipes taste exactly like grandma’s. Even when they’re exhausted, they’ll insist everything is “no trouble at all.” Their warmth is what makes the season feel like home.
6. INFJ
INFJs can have an all-or-nothing approach to the holiday season. When they’re in it, they’ll be happy to bake gingerbread cookies, buy everyone a thoughtful present, and cry over the yearly rewatch of It’s a Wonderful Life. Still, their Christmas spirit can fade away when they start thinking intensely about the commercial aspect of the holidays.
INFJs are also masters of crafting meaningful moments — deep conversations by the tree, handwritten card letters, or cozy traditions that feel almost sacred. If the season gets too loud or chaotic, they’ll slip away for quiet reflection, emerging with a renewed sense of purpose (and possibly a new holiday playlist of melancholic indie carols).
7. INFP
The creative INFP usually adores Christmas. Yet, the consumerism frenzy of the holidays can quickly empty their spirit. In addition, INFPs are notably bad at asking for help, which often leads them to become burned out while trying to be present for everyone.
Still, when INFPs connect with the heart of the season — nostalgia, kindness, meaning — they shine. They’re the ones writing poetic gift messages, choosing sentimental ornaments, or suggesting beautiful rituals that help everyone slow down. Their Christmas spirit may flicker, but when it’s on, it’s deeply heartfelt.
8. ISFP
They may not outwardly express it, but, in general, ISFPs have a fair share of Christmas spirit. For this quiet and unassuming personality, the holidays are about connecting with the people they love and soaking in the beauty of Christmas lights and winter scenery.
ISFPs often bring an artistic touch to the season, from dreamy décor choices to selecting gifts that are simple but stunning. They may avoid the spotlight, but they’re the first to notice the magical details others overlook — the way snow falls under a streetlamp or how peaceful the room feels when everyone settles in by the tree.
9. ESTP
The energetic ESTP is always seeking thrilling adventures, which means they’re not much in the Christmas spirit when expected to follow the same ol’ traditions each year. On the other hand, your ESTP is probably the one buying the most expensive and extravagant gifts you can think of so it’s a wind for you if you have an ESTP in your life!
ESTPs like to disrupt the holiday routine — in a good way. They’ll pull everyone outside for a last-minute sledding challenge or suggest a spontaneous road trip to see outrageous light displays. Christmas with an ESTP is never boring, and their bold energy can jolt even the grumpiest Scrooge into having fun.
10. ISTJ
For the diligent ISTJ, the most important thing about the holidays is keeping traditions alive. They’re the ones most likely to get stuff done and finish their gift shopping early. As an ISTJ, you’re probably keeping that Christmas cheer inside, but we know it’s still there, hidden under the surface.
ISTJs also anchor the season with their consistency: the same tree setup, the same playlist, the same recipes, the same orderly wrapping station. They may not gush about the holidays, but they create the reliable structure that allows everyone else to relax into the celebration.
11. ESTJ
While ESTJs often have plenty of Christmas spirit, they rarely show it. Besides, these types are traditionalists at heart, which means they can have a tendency to give unsolicited advice when they feel like someone is not ‘following the rules’. Your ESTJ may also worry about the amount of money they’re spending on Christmas gifts this year.
Still, ESTJs are the backbone of any holiday gathering. They’re organizing the schedule, delegating cooking duties, and ensuring events stay on track. When things inevitably go off the rails, they step in with firm, practical leadership (and yes, occasionally a perfectly timed eye roll).
12. INTJ
For INTJs, all the fuss about the holidays can be a bit silly. They’ll probably never tell their loved ones, of course, but these personalities may find some traditions foolish and unnecessary. In addition, INTJs have a hard time processing why people become obsessed over finding the perfect present when gift vouchers exist.
Yet despite their skepticism, INTJs often participate out of loyalty to the people they care about. They may secretly enjoy the structured parts of the holiday — the planning, the predictability, the annual rituals that make sense. Bonus: they’re surprisingly good at picking gifts if you tell them exactly what you want, in writing, with links.
13. ENTP
Your typical ENTP might not be wheezing holiday cheer, but they’ll be more than happy to keep the conversation alive at the dinner table. Even if they’re not in a Christmas mood, ENTPs always find a way to make the holiday celebrations more exciting for everyone involved.
ENTPs may not be sentimental, but they’re endlessly entertaining this time of year. Expect festive debates, outrageous family games, and at least one philosophical conversation about the origins of Santa. They’re also masters at improvising when plans fall apart — a true gift to any chaotic holiday gathering.
14. ENTJ
ENTJs are not the type to be super filled with Christmas spirit. For these personalities, logic rules the day, which means they’re slightly allergic to emotional drama, and may also find certain holiday traditions a bit pointless.
However, ENTJs do appreciate an opportunity to optimize the season. They’ll streamline the gift-buying process, coordinate travel plans with military precision, and ensure no one overspends. Their Christmas cheer may be understated, but their effectiveness keeps everything running smoothly, which is its own kind of gift.
15. INTP
Unable to conform with the idea of having to attend yet another holiday-themed party, INTPs are rarely in the mood for Christmas. For these types, the forced togetherness of the holidays can be uncomfortable, and downright exhausting. Getting hyped about gift shopping? Highly illogical. Why bother?
That said, INTPs often enjoy the quieter, more thoughtful sides of the holidays: reading by the fire, researching unique gift ideas online, or diving down rabbit holes about winter solstice traditions. If they can celebrate on their own terms, their Christmas spirit shows up as subtle, quirky, and entirely authentic.
16. ISTP
ISTPs are at the bottom of our list, as, typically, these types don’t possess much Christmas spirit. Not out of malice, of course, it’s often just aloofness. Truth is, ISTPs can be disconnected and indifferent to all the hype around the holiday season. Besides, as Introverts, they sometimes struggle to keep up with the energy of the group. Bah humbug indeed.
Even so, ISTPs often surprise their loved ones with sudden acts of holiday helpfulness, like fixing broken lights, assembling complicated toys without fuss, or quietly shoveling the driveway before anyone wakes up. Their Christmas spirit may be low-key, but it’s practical, sincere, and genuinely appreciated.
