The sun is incredibly versatile as a tattoo symbol. Simple interpretation of the sun makes for popular tattoo choices in a range of styles. 

Some sun symbolism is universal: light, warmth, new life, and positivity. 

There is a natural reverence all life must have for the sun for without it not only would we perish we would never have come to exist.  

The sun is a masculine symbol, it’s our symbolic father. Forever watching over, forever radiating its glorious rays down on us. 

Depending on what you pair it with – think of a mandala tattoo or traditional Aztec ink – the meaning will change to a more personalized viewpoint of the sun’s meaning to you. 

The following 67+ simple sun tattoo ideas showcase an amazing array of easy to ink interpretations for what the sun means to tattoo collectors and provide you with inspiration for your next tattoo choice. 

1. Black Ink Simple Sun Tattoos

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2. Ankle and Lower Leg Simple Sun Tattoos

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3. Bohemian Sun Tattoo Art

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4. Dotwork Sun Tattoos

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