take a liking to (someone or something)

To have or develop a fondness for or inclination toward something or someone; to be attracted to or desire someone or something. I never used to like onions as a kid, but I've taken a liking to them as I've grown older. I think Jennifer has taken a liking to my friend Tommy; I must try to set them up on a date!

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Berengar	-	Ancient Germanic
NjÁLl	-	Norse Mythology, Ancient Scandinavian, Icelandic
Armstrong	['a:mstrɔŋ]
LibuŠE	-	Czech
Agnethe	-	Danish
Gae	GAY	English (Rare)