Phrase guide

have one's name on

verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see have, one's, name, on.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

No example sentence was provided for this meaning.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To be reserved for someone.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

Examples

  • That new bartender has got my name on her. Hands off!

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

To be one's destiny or in one's destiny.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

Examples

  • That bullet had my name on it.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: have one's name all over, have one's name written all over

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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