Engelbert

Engelbert is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. It is formed from the elements engel, meaning angel, and beraht or berht, meaning bright or famous, and is typically interpreted as "bright angel" or "angel-bright." Latinized forms include Engelbertus; in Dutch and other European languages the form Engbert or Engelbert is common. The name has historical usage in German-speaking areas and remains in occasional use in parts of Europe.

Historically, Engelbert has been borne by several noble and clerical figures. Notable early figures include Engelbert II of Berg (c. 1180–1225), who served as Archbishop of Cologne. In the modern era, the name is associated with the German composer Engelbert Humperdinck (1854–1921), best known for the opera Hansel and Gretel, as well as with the English pop singer who performs under the stage name Engelbert Humperdinck (born Arnold George Dorsey in 1936).