Dukakis

Dukakis is a surname of Greek origin. The most prominent bearer is Michael S. Dukakis (born 1933), an American politician and lawyer who served as the Governor of Massachusetts from 1975 to 1979 and again from 1983 to 1991. He was the Democratic Party's nominee for President of the United States in 1988, losing to George H. W. Bush. His political career focused on issues such as tax reform, education, and public safety, and he remained active in public affairs after leaving office.

Kitty Dukakis (born 1936), the wife of Michael Dukakis, is an American author and mental health advocate who served as First Lady of Massachusetts during his governorship. She has written books and advocated for public health initiatives and other civic causes.

The surname Dukakis is relatively uncommon and is most closely associated with public figures in U.S. politics, particularly the Massachusetts governorship, though it may refer to other individuals with Greek heritage.