About Lichtenfels
The surname Lichtenfels is of German origin and is derived from the combination of two words: "licht" meaning light, and "fels" meaning rock or cliff. Therefore, the meaning of the surname Lichtenfels can be interpreted as "light rock" or "bright cliff." It is likely that the name originally referred to a person who lived near or on a prominent rock formation or cliff, or it could have been a topographic name for someone living in a place with such features.
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The surname Lichtenfels is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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