Definitions

1. noun

a Filipino family name of Spanish origin, or a genus of flowering plants in the family Passifloraceae.

“She is an Ayala, and her family has a long history in the Philippines.”

2. proper noun

referring to the Ayala family or their business interests, especially in the Philippines.

“The Ayala Malls are a popular shopping destination in Metro Manila.”

3. proper noun

referring to the Ayala Corporation, a conglomerate in the Philippines.

“The Ayala Corporation is one of the largest companies in the Philippines.”