About Altena
The surname Altena is of Dutch origin and is derived from the place name Altena, which refers to various locations in the Netherlands and Germany. The name is composed of the elements "alt," meaning "old" or "ancient," and "ena," indicating a settlement or dwelling. Therefore, the surname Altena can be interpreted to mean "from the old settlement" or "from the ancient dwelling."
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