It is of Spanish origin, and the meaning of Pilar is "pillar". In Catholic tradition, a reference to a marble pillar connected with an appearance of the Virgin Mary.
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Pilar Origin and Meaning The name Pilar is a girl's name of Spanish origin meaning "pillar". The fact that this Spanish classic, which honors the Virgin Mary, does not end in the conventional letter 'a' gives it a special sense of strength, elegance, and style, making it a worthy choice.
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It is taken from the title of the Virgin Mary, María del Pilar, meaning "Mary of the Pillar". According to legend, when Saint James the Greater was in Saragossa in Spain, the Virgin Mary appeared on a pillar.
Pilar (ピラル), a fictional character and techie in the original net animated (ONA) miniseries Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, based on the action role-playing game Cyberpunk 2077
Its etymology can be traced back to the title attributed to the Virgin Mary, Maria del Pilar (Mary of the Pillar), or Nuestra Señora del Pilar (Our Lady of the Pillar).
The name Pilar is of Spanish origin and means "pillar" or "column." It is derived from the Spanish word "pilar," which refers to a supporting structure or a pillar.
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