Name

A comprehensive set of vocabulary and idiomatic phrases focused on naming conventions, personal identity, and common metaphorical expressions.

be on first name terms (be on a first name basis)

To have a friendly, informal relationship with someone where you address each other by your given names.

by name only

To know of someone without having met them personally; knowing them indirectly or by reputation.

by the name of something

Known or identified by a specific name.

call somebody by one's first name

To address a person using their given name rather than a title or surname.

Christian name

A first name given at a christening or birth.

first name (given name, forename)

The name given to a person at birth that comes before the family name.

full name

The complete name of a person, including the first, middle, and last names.

initials

The first letters of a person's names.

last name (second name, family name, surname)

The name shared by members of a family.

maiden name

A woman's family name before she is married.

middle name

A second given name that appears between the first name and the surname.

patronymic

A name derived from the name of a father or male ancestor.

name/ call (someone) after (someone/ something)

To give a person or thing the same name as someone or something else as a tribute.

name day

A day on which a person's namesake saint is celebrated; an angel day.

namesake

A person or thing that has the same name as another.

assumed name

A name that is not one's real name, often used for a specific purpose; a made-up name.

alias

A false or assumed name used to hide one's true identity; a pseudonym.

call (someone) names

To insult someone by using offensive or rude labels for them.

drop names

To mention famous or important people you know in order to impress others.

good name

A positive reputation.

in all but name

Existing in reality or fact, even if it is not officially titled or recognized as such.

in name only

Describing something that officially has a title but does not possess the actual power or qualities associated with it.

in the name of

On behalf of someone or something, or for their sake.

nickname

An informal or descriptive name given to a person instead of their real name.

pen name

A pseudonym used by an author when publishing their work.

pet name

An affectionate or diminutive name used for a person you love or are close to.

pseudonym

A fictitious name, especially one used by an author.

stage name

A pseudonym used by a performer, actor, or entertainer for professional purposes.

under the name of

Using a particular identity or name that may not be one's own.

spitting image

An exact physical resemblance or a perfect copy of someone.

chip off the old block

A person who is very similar to one of their parents in terms of appearance or character.

take after

To resemble an older relative in appearance, personality, or behavior.

nobody's fool

A person who is clever, shrewd, and not easily deceived or tricked.

well-off

Wealthy, rich, or in a good financial position.

off and on

Happening occasionally or from time to time rather than continuously.

steer clear of

To avoid or stay away from someone or something.

look down one's nose at

To regard someone with contempt or feel superior to them.

get a load of

An informal expression used to tell someone to look at or pay attention to something or someone.

kid

A child or young person.

hot water

A state of being in trouble or facing difficulties/unpleasantness.

a handful

A person, usually a child, who is difficult to deal with, manage, or control.

spoiled

A child who is badly behaved because they are always allowed to have what they want.

apple of one's eye

A person who is greatly cherished or loved by someone above all others.

hit the nail on the head

To describe exactly what is causing a situation or to be perfectly accurate.

get a kick out of

To find something very enjoyable or amusing; to get pleasure from something.

in stitches

Laughing uncontrollably or very hard.

give in

To stop resisting; to surrender or yield to someone's demands.