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name after

Idioms

Also, name for. Give someone or something the name of another person or place. For example, They named the baby after his grandfather, or The mountain was named for President McKinley.

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The Gymkhana—which quietly dropped “Imperial” from its name after India gained independence in 1947—occupies prime real estate next to Modi’s official residence.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026

That didn’t stop the “Tarps Off” throng of shirtless fans at Angel Stadium from chanting Adell’s name after the gaffe against the Rockies.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 3, 2026

The rural games are still held in the arena that bears the founder's name, after local attorney Robert Dover wanted to channel the competitive traits of residents.

From BBC ● May 30, 2026

Crowds at the ceremony cheered and chanted his name after he formally took office, where he named key cabinet posts, including former youth activist Sudan Gurung as interior minister.

From Barron's ● Mar. 27, 2026

Everybody thought Grandpa would take back the name after he’d had his fun.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns

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