Nope, not at all - it can actually be either but it's generally a Christmas tradition from everything I could find about it the past few years - here's a little history if you'd like :) (scroll down it's highlighted in purple)
https://herbeins.com/uncategorized/history-of-bayberry-candles/#:~:text=Folklore%20says%20that%20if%20you,star%20appear%20in%20the%20sky.
Merry Christmas to you & yours!!