The name Alberich is derived from the Old German elements 'alb' meaning 'elf' and 'rih' meaning 'ruler' or 'king'. It signifies a ruler of elves or a king with elfin qualities. The name is prominently associated with a dwarf sorcerer in the medieval German epic, the Nibelungenlied, where Alberich guards the treasure of the Nibelungen. This character also appears in other legends, such as Ortnit, aiding the hero. The name has evolved into various forms across cultures, including the Old French Al...