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ArchivesRe: Surname history and meaning of Brandenburg
in reply to a message by J. Brandenburg
The derivation of the place-name BRANDENBURG seems to be debated. Usually the German word "brennen," to burn is assumed as the first part of the name. This can either refer to a fire in the castle, or to slash-and-burn.
Source: Dieter Berger, Geographische Namen in Deutschland
Another possible derivation (I can't back this up. though) would be a personal name Brand (like in Hildebrand).
Source: Dieter Berger, Geographische Namen in Deutschland
Another possible derivation (I can't back this up. though) would be a personal name Brand (like in Hildebrand).
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