The Origin of the Name 'Philippines'

Philippines

Southeast Asian archipelago with rich history.

Mayi

Early Chinese name meaning 'land of gold'.

Claudius Ptolemy

Greek mapmaker who named islands 'Maniolas'.

Archipelago of St. Lazarus

Name given to Philippines in 1521.

Felipinas

Name honoring King Felipe of Spain in 1543.

Filipinas

Spanish colonial name for the Philippines.

Philippine Islands

Name used during American colonial period.

Republic of the Philippines

Official name post-independence in 1946.

Proverbs 22:1

Scripture emphasizing the value of a good name.