
Put a name to somebody/something
Memory Association
Use it when trying to remember someone's name by associating their face or traits.
I've seen her at several meetings, but just can't put a name to her.
Visual Recognition
Often used when you recognize someone visually but struggle to recall their name.
That actor looks familiar, but I can't put a name to him.
Partial Recall
Implies that some recognition is there, but not complete identification.
She mentioned that poet I liked, but I still couldn't put a name to her.