Videos Why Do We Call Them Pajamas? Scott Admin posted on 2 months ago — updated on 1 second ago 57 views We uncover the surprising global journey of this everyday word—from ancient South Asia to modern bedrooms around the world. What started as simple “leg garments” became one of the most familiar items in our daily lives. History of Simple Things Pajamas bedtime Scott Follow Author, educator, musician, dancer and all around creative type. Founder of "The Happy Now" website and the online jewelry store "Silver and Sage". What's your reaction? 0 AWESOME! 0 NICE 0 LOVED 0 LOL 0 FUNNY 0 FAIL! 0 OMG! 0 EW!