Altenburger

Altenburger is a German term with several related uses. As a demonym, it designates a person from Altenburg, a town in Thuringia, Germany. The masculine form is Altenburger, the feminine form is Altenburgerin, and the plural forms are Altenburger (mixed or male) and Altenburgerinnen (female).

Altenburg is a historic town in Thuringia and the capital of the Altenburger Land district. The name Altenburg comes from the German words alt (old) and Burg (castle), referring to a fortification at an ancient settlement site. The town has a long cultural history with notable architecture, museums, and local traditions.

As a surname, Altenburger is toponymic, indicating origin from Altenburg. It is found among German-speaking populations and in communities worldwide, including descendants of emigrants who carried the name to other regions.

In contemporary usage, Altenburger may appear in personal names, business names, or geographic references that signal origin from Altenburg. The term is typically encountered in German-language contexts and in discussions related to the town, its history, or people associated with Altenburg.