Birthdate: March 15, 0270

Sun Sign: Pisces

Birthplace: Patara, Turkey

Died: December 6, 0343

Fourth-century Greek Christian bishop Saint Nicholas gave rise to the legend of "Santa Claus," associated with the tradition of gifting during Christmas. One legend states that he saved three girls from prostitution and dropped sacks of gold coins through their window to help their father pay for their dowry.