Pilar

Girl's name

Pilar is a Spanish name derived from the word "pilar," meaning "pillar" or "column." It is often associated with the Virgin Mary.

Meaning Pillar
Origin Spanish
U.S. births in 2023 45
Peak year 2005

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Pilar Bardem - Spanish actress, mother of Javier Bardem.
  • Pilar Montenegro - Mexican singer and actress.
  • Pilar López de Ayala - Spanish actress.
  • Pilar Pallete - Peruvian actress, ex-wife of John Wayne.
  • Pilar Rahola - Spanish journalist and politician.
  • Pilar Pilapil - Filipina actress and beauty queen.
  • Pilar Rubio - Spanish TV presenter and model.
  • Pilar Sánchez - Spanish politician, former mayor of Jerez.
  • Pilar Miró - Spanish film director and screenwriter.
  • Pilar Mateo - Spanish chemist and humanitarian.

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