Specter is a Dutch surname. It is also of Ashkenazic Jewish origin, an occupational name of a teacher's assistant. It is also derivative of the Polish word ''inspektor'', meaning supervisor. Notable people with this name include: * Arlen Specter (1930-2012), American politician and lawyer, member of the US Senate *

Dave Specter Dave Specter (born May 21, 1963) is an American Chicago blues and jazz guitarist. Biography Hailing from Chicago's Northwest side, Specter began to learn to play the guitar at the age of 18. His teacher was Steve Freund, who taught Specter bet ...

(born 1963), American Chicago blues and jazz guitarist *

Joan Specter Joan Levy Specter (born January 1, 1934) is an American businesswoman and politician. She is a former member of the Philadelphia City Council, and the widow of former U.S. Senator Arlen Specter. Professional career Specter holds a BA from Southe ...

(born 1934), American businessperson and politician, widow of Arlen *

Michael Specter Michael Specter (born 1955) is an American journalist who has been a staff writer, focusing on science and technology, and global public health at ''The New Yorker'' since September 1998. He has also written for ''The Washington Post'' and ''The ...

(born 1955), American journalist *

Ronnie Specter Ronnie Specter is an American make-up artist. She was nominated at the 65th Academy Awards in the category of Best Makeup for her work on the film ''Batman Returns''. She shared her nomination with Ve Neill and Stan Winston Stanley Winston ...

, American make-up artist

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* Harvey Specter, The main character of the television series ''Suits''

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