The part of Enebakk lying east of lake Øyeren was transferred to Fet municipality in 1962.

The municipality (originally the parish) is named after the old Enebakk farm (Old Norse: Ignarbakki), since the first church was built here.

In Norse times the parish was alternatively called Ignardalr meaning "the valley of (the river) Ign".

The church has two wooden sculptures: a crucifix hanging above the chancel arch and a Madonna both in Gothic style.

The arms are based on a drawing in the local church that dates back to the early 17th century.

The highest point in Enebakk is Vardåsen, situated between the lakes Børtervann and Øyeren, at 374 metres (1,227 ft) above sea level.

Enebakk is a mere 30 kilometres (18.6 mi) from the city limits of Oslo, with easy bus-access to the country's capital.