What does the name pilar mean? Pilar means the name means “pillar, column” in spanish. Its origin and diffusion are due to a title of the virgin mary, “our lady of pillar. ” according to this belief, the …

Complete 2021 information on the meaning of pilar, its origin, history, pronunciation, popularity, variants and more as a baby girl name. Pilar (given name) pilar is a feminine spanish language given name, traditionally short for maria del pilar. Notable people with the name include: The name pilar is connected to the catholic tradition through the title nuestra señora del pilar, which has significant cultural and religious importance in spain and latin america.