Her mention of his name rang a bell.

The allusion was not lost on me.

The dog pricked up his ears at the sound.

It may not appeal to some, but I prefer to remain a salaried man; I don't have to worry so much about making both ends meet.

Your meaning didn't come across clearly.

The name Edwin doesn't ring a bell.

If you recognize this person, call 110!

That doesn't ring a bell.

Does that name ring a bell?

It still doesn't ring a bell.

That name struck a chord.