accredit (something) to (someone)

To attribute an action or achievement to someone. We did write that song together, but I accredit the catchy melody to my brother—that was all his idea. You have truly inspired your students, so we accredit this renewed interest in the school newspaper entirely to you, Mrs. Smith.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Akash	-	Indian, Hindi, Marathi, Bengali
OphÉLie	o-fe-LEE	French
Ascelin	-	Ancient Germanic
Juhani	YOO-hah-nee	Finnish
Honorius	-	Late Roman
Nina (3)	-	Native American, Quechua