Duterte (surname)
Duterte is a surname of Spanish origin, likely derived from Duarte, a name of Iberian and Occitan roots meaning "strong" or "protector". It became common in the Philippines following the Clavería Decree of 1849, which mandated the adoption of standardized Spanish surnames.
Notable people with the surname include:
- , French botanist
- Henrietta Duterte, American philanthropist and abolitionist
- Janet Duterte, Filipino actress known professionally as Keanna Reeves
- Melina Duterte, American musician, singer, songwriter and music producer, under the stage name Jay Som