Meaning of the word namesake in English

What does namesake mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

namesake

US /ˈneɪm.seɪk/
UK /ˈneɪm.seɪk/

Noun

a person or thing that has the same name as another

Example:
He was named after his grandfather, so he's his grandfather's namesake.
The new restaurant is a namesake of the famous Parisian eatery.