Specter is a Dutch surname.
Notable people with this name include:
Arlen Specter (1930-2012), American politician and lawyer, member of the US SenateDave Specter (born 1963), American Chicago blues and jazz guitaristJoan Specter (born 1934), American businessperson and politician, widow of Arlen SpecterMichael Specter (born 1955), American journalistRonnie Specter, American make-up artist active since 1984