Think aloud
When you choose to get a family tattoo, know that those you love the most will always be close to you. Even if you’re miles apart from each other, they will still be one look away, right on your skin.
Your family is such an important part of your life, and sometimes, you want to do something special to cherish that bond you share. And when you’re a tattoo enthusiast, there’s only one logical solution – getting inked.
If you’re looking for an idea for your new tattoo that’s going to celebrate your family, then here are some options we’ve collected for you.
1. Simple fine-line design
Sometimes, even the most simple tattoos have the most special meanings. That’s exactly the case with this design. A fine-line tattoo such as this one will never let you forget about those who mean the most to you.
2. Minimalistic tattoo
If you’re into black and gray tattoos then you could get this realistic portrayal of your children. Just bring your favorite picture of them to your tattoo appointment and let the artist do his magic.
3. Penguin tattoo
Penguins are often used as symbols of strong family bonds and paternal love which is why they’re a perfect choice for your new family tattoo. A design such as this one will remind you of those you love the most; those who not only live in your home but also your heart.
4. Family outline
A great idea for a family tattoo is an outline of your favorite family picture. Even if you’re an ink aficionado, we promise you that this tattoo will become your favorite one.
5. Family portrait
This is a similar but more detailed version of the previous design. It’s such a cool idea if you’re into tattoos that come with a ton of details.
6. The lion family
Lions are symbols of family since their one duty is to protect their close ones. That’s why people often opt for motifs that include lions when they’re looking to express the importance of family. This is an impressive piece of art that tells a story in such a special way.
7. Family lettering
This is probably one of the easiest ways to honor your family. Simply get a tattoo that says “family” and you’ll never be able to forget those you love the most.
8. Bird family
Birds fly in flocks to keep each other safe and protected from predators. In the same way, you and your family stick together. Even when you all go separate ways, you can always return to your flock. That’s the beauty of having a family – you always have someone to rely on.
9. Favorite math equation
This is such a fun idea, perfect for all of you obsessed with numbers and math. This equation works in a way that when you add the mom and dad’s date of birth, you get the dates of birth of their children. How cool is that?
10. Family bracelet
Having a bracelet with the initials of your family members is a great idea. But it’s even better when you get a forever bracelet that you’ll never lose.
11. Dates of birth
If you want to include the dates of birth in your family tattoo, here’s a special idea on how you can do that. We love the added heartbeat in the middle since it goes to show that life begins only when you’re all together.
12. Family timeline
A great option is to get a timeline of your family and important milestones that you’ve completed. This tattoo will definitely feel personal and you’ll want to show it to everyone around you.
13. Bold family tattoo
If you’re looking for a statement piece that will make it obvious how important your family is to you, then this is a great option for you. When your family is your life, this is how you can show that.
14. Ohana tattoo
“Ohana means family. Family means no one gets left behind.” If this is your favorite quote, then you can incorporate it into your new tattoo. We love the simplicity of this design since it goes to show that simple things don’t have to be meaningless.
15. Infinite love
The love you feel for your family can’t be measured. It’s something that can’t be explained and will never stop. To accentuate that, you can get a tattoo such as this one with the infinity symbol that consists of the name of your family members.
16. A memory from a vacation
Maybe you have a favorite memory from a vacation that you want to engrave onto your body. In that case, you already have an idea for your new family tattoo. You can bring the picture of that special moment to your tattoo artist or you can describe the situation so he can make a design out of it. Either way, you’re going to get a meaningful tattoo.
17. Father-daughter ink
This tattoo is a perfect example of a father-daughter tattoo, but if you want to, you can always include other family members as well. It’s such a simple design but it will definitely mean a lot to you.
18. Handwritten hearts
Another great idea is to get your family members to draw you a small heart. Collect all the hearts, take them to the tattoo artist, and let him turn them into one meaningful design such as this one.
19. Elephant family
Elephants depend on each other and can’t live without their families. That’s why they’re a perfect representation of the bond you share with your closest ones. We love this geometrical design since it’s slightly different from the traditional options you often see.
20. Names carved into hearts
If you want to keep things extremely simple, then you can always opt for heart shapes that contain the names of your family. Add as many hearts as you need and you’ll end up with a tattoo you’ll never get bored of.
