• Egyptian Hieroglyphs

In some cases, the tattoos used words, and the language of the Aztecs is considered similar to that of Egyptian hieroglyphs. The language was officially called Nahuatl and it has largely not been translated. The language uses many pictures to depict each word which could be confusing at some times. For example, some words like an eagle were depicted using the eagle head, while some words such as rain were depicted using the image of the rain god. Therefore, it was quite tricky sometimes.

• Aztec Warrior

Many men and women also like to choose the symbol of an Aztec warrior, also known by the name of Huitzilopochtli as the warrior of the sun. The symbol is that of a male face with the tongue usually sticking out.

The tattoo of the Aztec warrior symbolizes the afterlife. This tattoo is also sometimes combined with an Aztec eagle because it is the primary source of strength and courage for the warrior as he goes to the afterlife. It is because of such magnificent symbolic representation that this kind of tattoo is popular amongst people who are in similar modern-day professions like soldiers, policemen, and athletes. These symbols also give them the strength to lead a virtuous and gather goodness for their next life.

• Calendar Stone

Another one of the Aztec tattoo designs is taken from the face of the sun or Calendar Stone. This design was actually found near the cathedral in Mexico City, Mexico. It shows the face of the fifth sun, names, Tonatiuh. The stone also shows the four suns that have been destroyed in the sun. There are two jaguar heads on either side of the Tonatiuh which depicts the earth. The Calendar Stone also contains many symbols that are based on Aztec myths. It is one of the most recognizable tattoo signs.

• Day Symbols

In the Aztec writing system, each day is represented by its own symbol. Many people love to get such abstract images for their tattoo design because they are unique. The Aztec symbols include many animals like the jaguar, eagle, crocodile, elephant, etc. The symbols that they use are made out of everyday objects to represent notions such as death etc.