Duarte

Duarte is a name used as both a given name and a surname in Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking cultures. In Portuguese, the given name Duarte has a long historical presence in Iberia and remains common in Portugal, Brazil, and Lusophone communities worldwide. As a surname, Duarte is widespread in Portugal and Brazil and has dispersed to other countries through migration and colonial histories; it appears among communities with Iberian heritage across Europe, the Americas, and beyond.

In geography, Duarte most prominently refers to Duarte, California, an incorporated city in Los Angeles County, United States. The city lies in the San Gabriel Valley region and is part of the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area.

Notable people with the surname or given name Duarte span various fields, including politics, sports, the arts, and science. Because the name is common in Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking regions, it appears across many contemporary and historical contexts. The term Duarte also appears in historical records and literature tied to Iberian history, reflecting its long-standing cultural presence in the region.