Pilar
girl name#3296 in 2025Pilar entered the US charts in 1896, peaked at #1301 in 1924, ranks #3296 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1896–2025
#3296
rank today
#1301
peak (1924)
47
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1642 |
| 1900s | #1637 |
| 1910s | #1779 |
| 1920s | #1698 |
| 1930s | #2008 |
| 1940s | #2678 |
| 1950s | #2222 |
| 1960s | #1566 |
| 1970s | #1632 |
| 1980s | #2001 |
| 1990s | #1955 |
| 2000s | #1801 |
| 2010s | #2847 |
| 2020s | #3290 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Pilar has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 4,700 people named Pilar are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Pilar alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Pilar in 2025?
- Pilar ranks #3296 among US girl names in 2025, with 47 babies given the name.
- When was the name Pilar most popular?
- Pilar peaked in 1924, reaching #1301 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Pilar with classmates?
- Pilar will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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