The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported a 7.8 percent drop in registered marriages in 2023, with 414,213 weddings compared to 449,428 in 2022.
The decline reflects a growing trend of couples choosing cohabitation over formal marriage, as highlighted by the Commission on Population and Development (CPD).
Data shows an increase in children born to unmarried parents, signaling changing family structures in the Philippines.
February was the most popular wedding month in 2023, with civil weddings accounting for the largest share of ceremonies.
Despite the shift in marriage trends, CPD emphasizes the need to support all family types and develop programs protecting non-traditional households.
Source: PhilNews24 | June 28, 2025
