What Pilar means
Pilar is a girl name of Spanish origin meaning "pillar". It comes from Spanish pilar (pillar), from Nuestra Señora del Pilar (Our Lady of the Pillar). It is pronounced pee-LAR.
Refers to the pillar on which Mary is said to have appeared to Saint James in Zaragoza. Feast October 12.
Nicknames in Mexico: Pili, Pilarcita. See the guide to Mexican nicknames.
Popularity: a common name in Mexico.
