The name Alamos has been used for a crater on the planet Mars by the International Astronomical Union, although not specifically commemorating the town.

The name Warra has been used as a name for a crater on the planet Mars, without specifically commemorating the town.

The name Katoomba is used as a name for a crater on the planet Mars, though not specifically commemorating the town.

The apolytikion could be compared in the Western liturgy to the collect or post-communion, inasmuch as it changes for each feast-day of the year and specifically commemorates the subject of the feast.

The name Yalgoo is also used as a name for a crater on the planet Mars, without specifically commemorating the town.

The memorial specifically commemorates the three Sage brothers, all of whom were aboard Evans and were killed in the collision.

One plaque specifically commemorates the role of African Americans in the military.

In Wales, 4 May specifically commemorates the beatified martyrs of England and Wales.

A Congressional Gold Medal is designed by the United States Mint to specifically commemorate the person and achievement for which the medal is awarded.

In the Catholic Church and many Anglican churches, the next day specifically commemorates the departed faithful who have not yet been purified and reached heaven.