named after . named after {adj. phr.} Given the same name as someone. Archibald was named after his father. Categories: add yours {adj. phr.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2024 To section: N Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Leave my opinion