Celtic Tattoo Ideas

For quite some time now, people have tried to study the different aspects of Celtic art and culture. The symbols and designs used by them have created an aura of enigma that has influenced a lot of people to use them as tattoos. Yes, Celtic tattoos are the latest rage in the world of tattoos.

So, what do these Celtic tattoos have that intrigue people so much? What are the meanings of tattoos? Which would be the appropriate Celtic tattoo for men and for women, and where should one get them? All these questions will be answered in this article.

In this section, we will give you a glimpse of different Celtic symbols, and what they mean. According to their size, we have put forth ideas about which part of your body, these tattoos will look best on. Before we begin with which tattoo goes where, let us get to know a little about the basis that forms typical Celtic tattoo designs.

The Celts attempted to contrive symbols, which would stand for unity. In this attempt, they made crosses, knots, interlaces, etc. all in one fluid motion, without lifting the instrument used to draw them. The single motion was made to symbolize persistence and endurance in life.

The interlacing, knotting, etc. were made as a shield from harm or evil. On the basis of these ideas, various designs have been created. Let us see some of them below.

If you're in the mood for, and can bear the stinging of a sleeve tattoo, then here are some Celtic sleeve tattoo ideas that you can use. You can try a Celtic Shamrock tattoo as a cool armband tattoo. Or you can go in for barbed wires, a string of hearts or interlocking Celtic crosses.

If a wrist tattoo is what you're after, then a sure shot winner for you will be the Celtic cross tattoo! What do cross tattoos mean? Well, there have been arguments regarding the meaning of this cross, that has a circle behind it.

Some believe that the circle stands for God's eternal love, while others consider the cross a symbol of virility, while yet others see the cross as a priapic symbol, and the circle as a female. You can choose what you want to believe, but this tattoo will definitely look great on your wrist!

One of the most groovy tattoos you can get is a lower back tattoo. And for this idea, a perfect design would be a Celtic tree of life. The Celtic tree of life, which depicts a wildly branched tree with far reaching roots, has been attributed meanings like wisdom, longevity, rebirth, strength, a connection between the world above and the one below, and other such meanings. It is one of the most popular Celtic tattoos for men. So get one today!

So, a neck tattoo is what you're after, is it? Not to worry, we have some ideas for them too! Since it is your neck, let's see some small, but exquisitely pretty tattoo designs: Celtic knot tattoos! If you're wondering about what Celtic knots mean, let's narrow down the scope a bit.

Get a romantic Celtic love knot tattoo on the back of your neck, and watch the boys go wild. The love knot is represented by the intertwining of knots, which stands for the union of two souls, deeply in love. There are other Celtic love knot meanings, which you might want to check out, before deciding on which one to go for!

Ankle tattoos are a great hit these days. They have a mystifying feel about them. A "now-you-see-it, now-you-don't" kind of feeling. And getting an ankle tattoo is one of the sexiest Celtic tattoos for women. You can choose from the options here.

A Celtic heart tattoo, which has different patterns and designs, and stands for, well, love. Or, you can go for the more coquette Celtic butterfly tattoos, which are a symbol of fertility and reincarnation. It is one of the most feminine tattoo designs, and definitely one of the most gorgeous!

So, now that you have so many ideas, I'm sure you're just waiting for that appointment of yours to draw nearer. Remember to take appropriate tattoo care measures, and ensure that you have a clean, safe and beautiful tattoo! Good luck!