On this page we will take a look at some family tattoo ideas and why they might work for you and your loved ones.

The heritage enthusiast

You may be shocked to find out what a good tattoo artist can do to modernize your ancient family crest tattoo. If you feel you have a connection to all the most distant roots of your family tree, then an excellent way to pay tribute to those roots is by a flag or crest tattoo. These designs are usually simple rectangular shapes, making them easy to place. A symbol of your heritage is also easy to fit into a larger piece.

The date

This is a usually small, always very personal tattoo for those that get it. Memorializing a date, whether it be one with a happy or sad memory, can be therapeutic. Your child’s birthday on the inside of your wrist is a beautiful gesture, especially if you find an elegant font. If you have a day that sticks out in your head, one that you know will stay with you forever, then a small inscription on your body only makes sense to show that day’s impact on the outside.

The motto

On some level, everyone lives by a motto whether they know it or not. Someone that says they don’t have a motto just hasn’t found the right set of words to sum up what guides them through their daily lives. Your family is no different. If your family has something that guides them along, think about getting it tattooed somewhere visible to you. It’s a unique way of representing yourself and your family at the same time, while making sure you don’t forget your all-important motto.

The mark

This is a great one for people that have just had a child, as it shows an incredible amount of solidarity and love. A meaningful tattoo would be take the birthmark or scar of a loved one (perhaps a newborn baby) and get an identical tattoo of that “imperfection.” If your child has an odd-shaped birthmark on his/her calf, then you could get the same mark in the same spot. The kid will appreciate it when they’re older.