Which people is the English language named after?

The English language is named after the Angles, one of the Germanic tribes who migrated to Britain in the 5th century AD.

While the Angles were the primary group, they were joined by the Saxons and Jutes, collectively known as the Anglo-Saxons. The name "English" derives from "Angle-land," reflecting their dominant role in the development of the language and the culture of the region.