“Xmas” is often used as an abbreviation for “Christmas.” The “X” in “Xmas” is actually the Greek letter “Chi,” which is the first letter of the Greek word for Christ (Χριστός). Therefore, “Xmas” is a shorthand way of writing “Christmas” that has its roots in Christian tradition.
Over time, some people have expressed concern that the use of “Xmas” might be a secular or commercial attempt to remove the religious meaning of Christmas. However, the use of “Xmas” has historical and linguistic significance in its connection to the Greek abbreviation for Christ. It is not intended to diminish the religious aspects of the holiday for those who celebrate it in a Christian context.
In modern usage, both “Christmas” and “Xmas” are widely accepted and understood, and people may choose one over the other based on personal preference or space constraints, especially in contexts like headlines, cards, or advertisements where brevity is important.