About Altenbaugh
The surname Altenbaugh is of German origin and is derived from the combination of two elements: "alten," meaning old or elder, and "bach," meaning stream or brook. Therefore, the meaning of the surname Altenbaugh can be interpreted as "old brook" or "elder stream." It is likely that the name originally referred to someone who lived near or was associated with an old or prominent stream or brook in their locality.
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The surname Altenbaugh is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Altenbaugh based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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