Akmad
A local form of Ahmad, derived from the Arabic root meaning "praiseworthy".
Meaning and origin
Akmad is used by the Maguindanao and Tausug peoples of the southern Philippines as their version of Ahmad.
How to pronounce Akmad
| Filipino (Philippines) | ahk-MAHD /ɑkˈmɑd/ |
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