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Abstract
Abstract
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By: Jhozen May Malco
This study encompasses the Giant footprint that is found in the barangays of Canat and Hinapulan, which contributed to their toponyms. Toponym is the study of place-names based on etymological, historical and geographical information. Unlike any other barangays, what sets apart the story behind the names of barangays Canat and Hinapulan is the deviation of the usual process and classification of naming places in Boac (i.e. based from the names of plants, trees, woods, fruits, and objects).
The study shown that the footprints in Barangay Canat and Hinapulan provide much significance. The footprints on their rocks are called kanan and kaliwa since its shapes resembled an ordinary human footprint. The name Kanan and Kaliwa are very common signifiers, and since these footprints are one of their signage to describe their Barangay, as a result this became the barangays’ well-known name. Up until today the word Kanan and Kaliwa of Canat and Hinapulan are still being used by its residents.
The footprints have provided advantages and importance on the rich cultural, historical, and social beliefs of the residents.
Keywords: Toponym, Giant, Footprints, Barangay
