Complete 43-glyph Baybayin fonts—the ONLY one that types modern names correctly. Free fonts have 18 glyphs; this has 43. Type John, Charlie, Jennifer accurately (not phonetic approximations). Professional tattoo artists, designers, and educators' tool. Commercial license included. Works in all design software. OTF/TTF formats. Not available anywhere else. Instant download.
Complete character set for modern transliteration. Based on the 1976 proposal to the Institute of National Language.
(Includes 2 professional font styles)
Most digital Baybayin fonts are designed to represent the 17 historical Tagalog characters. While culturally significant, this standard scope (often 18 glyphs including “Ra”) requires phonetic adaptation for modern names.
Standard 17-glyph sets utilize phonetic approximations for contemporary phonemes. The Mendoza system provides specific characters for those sounds:
| Modern Name | Traditional Approximation | Mendoza System (43 Glyphs) |
| John | Dya-N (Adapts J to D-Y) | J-o-h-n (Precise) |
| Charlie | TSyar-Li (Adapts Ch to T-S) | Char-li-e (Precise) |
| Jennifer | Dye-ni-per (Adapts F to P) | Je-nni-fer (Precise) |
| Victor | Bik-tor (Adapts V to B) | Vic-tor (Precise) |
This collection implements the 26 expansions required for modern sounds not present in pre-colonial Tagalog, ensuring every contemporary name can be represented with phonetic precision.
This is the definitive font implementation of the 43-glyph expansion. It includes characters for phonemes essential to modern English, Spanish, and Filipino names:
Provide clients with character-for-character accuracy. Eliminate the need for hand-drawing missing glyphs or relying on phonetic substitutions for permanent applications.
Execute professional typography for cultural branding, event materials, and product packaging that requires the representation of specific brand names and titles.
Generate high-quality teaching materials and research documentation using a standardized system rooted in 50 years of scholarship.
This font is based on the system formally proposed by Ricardo B. Mendoza in 1976 and refined by Fulbright scholar Bayani Mendoza de Leon. By digitizing this framework, we maintain a coherent lineage from the 1976 KWF archives to modern digital design. This system ensures that contemporary expansions feel historically consistent through the application of craftsmen-led stroke logic.
| Feature | Standard 17-Glyph Set | Mendoza Collection |
|---|---|---|
| Total Character Count | 17-18 glyphs | 43 glyphs |
| Phonetic Coverage | Historical Tagalog Only | Full Modern English/Spanish/Filipino |
| Commercial Licensing | Varies | Included |
| Documented Lineage | N/A | Mendoza (1976) |
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The Digital Learning System ($67) includes this font collection plus the comprehensive 74-page manual documenting the history and formation of every glyph.
Professional typography for the evolution of the Philippine script.
High-resolution printable reference guide displaying all 43 Baybayin glyphs plus punctuation and marking usage. Print unlimited copies at home or professional print shop. Multiple size templates. Perfect for students creating desk references, teachers printing classroom sets, tattoo artists making portfolio sheets. Exclusive to Digital and Complete Learning Systems. Not sold separately.
Museum-quality 16×24" canvas displaying all 43 Baybayin glyphs with pronunciation guide. The ONLY complete reference chart available—free charts show only 18 glyphs and can't reference modern names correctly. Perfect for tattoo studios, classrooms, cultural centers. Gallery-wrapped, ready to hang. Professional wall reference for accurate name translations. Not available anywhere else. Ships worldwide.
The 1976 Mendoza system’s complete physical and digital framework. Includes the 74-page manual, the expanded 43-glyph font collection with a commercial license, a 16×24" canvas chart, and printable guides. Enable precise typing for modern names beyond the 17-character limit. A $279.90 value for $97. Instant digital access plus worldwide book shipping.
The complete 1976 Mendoza digital framework. Includes the 74-page manual, a printable reference guide, and expanded 43-glyph fonts for precise modern transliteration. Unlike standard 17-glyph sets, this system enables distinct typing for names like John, Charlie, and Jennifer. Includes a commercial license for the fonts and instant download. No language fluency required.
The complete 74-page guide to the 1976 Mendoza system. While standard charts focus on the 17-glyph historical script, this manual documents the expanded 43-glyph framework for precise spelling of modern names. Authored by a Fulbright scholar, it features systematic exercises and clear historical context. No language fluency required. High-quality print edition. Ships worldwide.