Lichtenburg History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

The distinguished and ancient German surname Lichtenburg is derived from "Lichtenberg," the name of a village on the Elbe river. The place name is composed of the German elements "licht," meaning "light," and "berg," meaning "mountain."

Early Origins of the Lichtenburg family

The surname Lichtenburg was first found in Thuringia, where the family was known for its contributions to the prosperity and culture of the emerging feudal society. The family branched into numerous houses, many of which acquired estates and manors throughout the surrounding regions in the Duchy of Saxe Coburg.

Early History of the Lichtenburg family

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Lichtenburg Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Lichtenberger, Lichtenborgh, Lichtenburg and others.

Early Notables of the Lichtenburg family

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Lichtenburg migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Lichtenburg Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Henry Lichtenburg, who was naturalized in Ohio in 1848