Pilar
boy namePilar entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #1598 in 1951, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#1598
peak (1951)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2789 |
| 1920s | #2500 |
| 1930s | #2862 |
| 1940s | #2542 |
| 1950s | #2771 |
| 1960s | #3050 |
| 1970s | #4380 |
| 1980s | #4505 |
| 1990s | #7295 |
| 2000s | #9632 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Pilar are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Pilar alive today was born around 1951, making them about 74 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Pilar most popular?
- Pilar peaked in 1951, reaching #1598 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Pilar with classmates?
- Pilar will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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