Gemini tattoos are fantastic for anyone who happened to be born under the sign, not only because they were “lucky” to be born when they were, but also because the sign comes with some fantastic designs and meanings. If you are a Gemini and feel like a Gemini tattoo would be a perfect way for you to show who you are through your ink, then take a look below for more information on Gemini tattoos, including design options and meanings.

Among the Astrological signs of the Western Zodiac, Gemini is the symbol of the twins and represents those born between May 22nd and June 21st. This is the most obvious reason for people to get Gemini tattoos. Regardless of how someone feels about all of the meanings that come with their zodiac signs, there’s usually a connection that they feel to them. If you were born between the dates mentioned above, you might find that a Gemini tattoo is a great way to tell people who you are and what they might expect from you.

Named after the constellation of Gemini, which means “twins” in Latin, the history of the cluster of stars recalls the twins Castor and Pollux in Roman mythology. The Western Zodiac is based in ancient astrological divination, originating in Ancient Babylon and mixing with Ancient Greek mythology. If you want to go with the most classic of all Gemini tattoos, then you can get the stars that make up the Gemini sign. Some people like to draw out the “twins” symbol between those stars, while others will simply get the stars for themselves to make it a more mysterious tattoo design.

According to the Roman and Greek myths, Castor and Pollux were twins, the first of whom was mortal and the later immortal. Upon Castor’s death, Pollux asked his father Zeus to share his immortality as a demi-god with his brother. Zeus agreed and transformed them into the Gemini constellation. Over the years there have been many sculptures, drawings, and paintings created of these two brothers, each of which can make for a very nice Gemini tattoo. If you are interested in one of these designs, look through all of your options and find one that you think will look great on your skin.