"Macapagal" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Macapagal" Meaning

Macapagal is a surname of Filipino origin. It is a common surname in the Philippines, particularly in the Luzon region. The name Macapagal is derived from the Tagalog word "macapag", which means "clearing" or "open space". It is believed to have originated from the name of a location or a place where a family settled. Famous bearers of the surname include Diosdado Pangan Macapagal, the 9th President of the Philippines, and Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, the 14th President of the Philippines.

"Macapagal" Examples

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1. Historical Context

The name "Macapagal" is derived from Diosdado Pangan Macapagal, the 9th President of the Philippines, who served from 1961 to 1965.