Engelbert
EN-gul-bert
✦ Meaning
“Germanic compound from 'engel' (angel) and 'berht' (bright), meaning 'bright angel.' A grand, almost operatic name borne by medieval saints and made famous by singer Engelbert Humperdinck, combining classical gravitas with mid-century sophistication.”
Popularity Over Time
Engelbert is not currently in the US top 1000.
Origin
Syllables
3
Nicknames
Style
Famous Bearers
- Engelbert Humperdinck (singer)
- Engelbert of Cologne (saint)
Cross-Cultural Notes
Strong Germanic heritage; recognized internationally through entertainment
People Also Ask
Germanic compound from 'engel' (angel) and 'berht' (bright), meaning 'bright angel.' A grand, almost operatic name borne by medieval saints and made famous by singer Engelbert Humperdinck, combining classical gravitas with mid-century sophistication.
Engelbert is not currently in the US top 1000, making it a genuinely rare choice. It's making a comeback as part of the vintage name wave.
Popular nicknames for Engelbert include Bert, Engie, Gil.
Names that pair beautifully with Engelbert include Gisela, Margot.