name after
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To give (someone or something) the name of another person, place, or thing; to name (someone or something) in honour of
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The scientist named his newly discovered species after a famous pop artist.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “name after” mean?
To give (someone or something) the name of another person, place, or thing; to name (someone or something) in honour of
Is “name after” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.