Countess Anna of Orlamünde was a member of the noble family of Orlamünde, which was prominent in the region of Thuringia during the Middle Ages. She was born into a lineage that played a significant role in the political and social landscape of the time, often intermarrying with other noble families to strengthen alliances. Her family included notable figures such as her father, Count Heinrich of Orlamünde, and her mother, Countess Adelheid. The Orlamünde family was known for its influence and connections, which helped shape the history of the area and contributed to the power dynamics among the nobility in Germany.