Inscribe (verb)

1. Write or carve (words) on a surface, typically as a formal or permanent record.
2. Dedicate (something) to a person or purpose by writing a message or inscription on it.

Origin:

Late middle english: from latin inscribere, from in- "into" + scribere "write".

Examples:

1. The names of the donors were inscribed on a plaque.
2. The artist inscribed a message on the back of the painting.
3. He inscribed his name on the book.
4. The couple inscribed their wedding date on the ring.
5. The monument was inscribed with the names of the soldiers who died in the war.