25 incredible family tattoos to show your love and their meaning

25 incredible family tattoos to show your love and their meaning

Tattoos are cool. They show how gifted people are at illustrations and drawings. Drawing a tattoo on human skin may not be as easy as it may appear. Tattoo artists, however, are perfecting their art and getting modern equipment that makes the whole process exciting. Thinking of getting a tattoo? You can start with family tattoos, as having a loving family is the best thing that can ever happen to anyone.

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Family tattoos. Photo: @family.tattoos on Instagram (modified by author)
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Family tattoo ideas can include faces of family members, favourite sayings, parts of the body, and whatever you believe in as a family. You can also get matching family tattoos to show how together you are and to strengthen the unity you have.

25 incredible family tattoos

Nothing beats the importance of family in a person's life. For this reason, many people honour this bond through body art. Luckily, there are millions of options to choose from. Here is a list of the top 25 incredible family tattoos to show your love and their meanings.

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1. Inner arm family tattoo

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Inner arm family tattoo. Photo: @GoodPointTattoo
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There is something nice about having a tattoo on your inner arm. That part of the arm is softer than the rest and almost always lighter in complexion, making the tattoo more visible. Having your inner arm tatted ‘Family’ is also an int*mate way of stating just how close and significant your family is to you.

2. Wordy family heart tattoo on chest

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Wordy family heart tattoo on chest. Photo: @tattooxrings
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A whole heart family tattoo on your chest means that you hold your family dear to you. Have beautiful words inscribed on the heart, and write what you wish for your family. It would even be better if the full heart family tattoo would be on the left side of your chest as it is nearer to your heart.

3. Full chest family tattoo

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Full chest family tattoo. Photo: @trehannah
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‘Family first’ is everyone's mantra. Your family should come first because they will always come to your rescue no matter your situation. So be glad about your lovely family by getting your whole chest inked. To make the tattoo even more appealing, add other little images like birds, little hearts or alluring lines.

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4. Father, mother, child, family tattoo

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Father, mother, child, family tattoo. Photo: @tattoos1
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Still enjoying your new family and can't get enough of them? Get a family tattoo. If you have one child, have a tattoo of the parents and the child. Make it as dark as you want, and get a tattoo artist that is good at illustrations. With this tattoo, you will always carry your family wherever you go.

5. Quote family tattoo

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Quote family tattoo. Photo: @wegdisain (modified by author)
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Blood makes you related. Loyalty makes you family. You have probably heard this saying more than a dozen times. The quote is true as not everyone related to you qualifies to be family. However, some friends and associates have done more than what your relatives have; they are your true family.

6. Footprint family tattoo

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Footprint family tattoo. Photo: @findinkdesign
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This is among the best family tattoo ideas for men. Parents love to have footprints of their infants tattooed on their bodies. Parenting is an exciting and overwhelming journey, and often, parents would want to celebrate the little milestones of their infants. A good way of celebrating your children when young is by getting their footprints inked on your body.

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7. Whole family silhouette tattoo

A fine way of celebrating your family would be to cover your hand in a silhouette family tattoo. Have your spouse and children drawn on your arm while facing sunrise or sunset. The tattoo is charming to look at and indicates that you love your family and never want to be separated from them.

8. Beach family tattoo

A nice way of showing love to your parents is to have a lovely tattoo of them and yourself when young. Think of your favourite place as a family. Is it the beach? A pool? If it's the beach, have a tattoo of your parents while on the beach.

9. Matching family tattoos

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Matching family tattoos. Photo: @tattoocharis
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Have matching tattoos as a family to show the unity you have. You can have simple drawings on the tattoos like triangles, circles or your favourite shapes. Make the tattoos align and even be drawn at the same spot of the body, same time, and by the same artist to ensure they 100 percent look alike.

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10. Colourful ankle family tattoos

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Colourful ankle family tattoos. Photo: @sam_iam_ink
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As a family, you probably have a life mantra or beliefs that guide you. You may have signs that guide you and principles you follow. Go for colourful matching tattoos of particular signs to show how much the signs mean to you. The ankle area is a nice spot and a unique area to have tattoos.

11. Flower family tattoos

Flowers are among the most favourite tattoo designs to have. You can never exhaust the flower drawings as there are plenty of designs to choose from. The flower design will be a great choice if you want family tattoos with your brother, sister, or spouse. You can add the 'Family' word to the tattoo for more weight.

12. Simple family tattoo

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Simple family tattoo. Photo: @yujin_tattoo
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You can get a simple drawing of your siblings. Declare how much you love your mother and sisters through a tattoo. The tattoo does not need to be intense; it just needs to show which image represents who. For example, a red heart would be a perfect addition to the tattoo as it amplifies your love.

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13. Tree family tattoo

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Tree family tattoo. Photo: @psychodelink_tattoo
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Nature is amazing, and trees make up nature. As a family, you can decide to have a tree tattoo of the same design and on the same spot. The top back is a great area as it is easily visible. The tattoo does not need to cover your entire back; instead, it conveys the message of love and unity in your family.

14. Popular quotes family tattoos

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Popular quotes family tattoos. Photo: @courtneeylyn
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You and your partner can get the popular saying for family tattoos. Get one half of the saying and have your partner have the rest. This kind of tattoo shows that you complete each other. It is also a nice way of conveying the message of not being judgmental of people’s pasts or backgrounds.

15. Hand with string family tattoo

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Hand with string family tattoo. Photo: @EntertainmentMesh
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This is among the most creative family tattoos you will come across. It looks more aesthetically pleasing when you stand next to your family. This tattoo should be straightforward. The hand and string tattoo is not only distinct but also makes you feel more connected to your loved ones.

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16. Matching star tattoos

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Matching star tattoos. Photo: @AceTattooz
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Matching tattoos will never go out of fashion. If you love your family, you can convince them to get matching tattoos. The star tattoo is recommended as it is tiny but very noticeable. You can also have it in multiple colours and customize it however you wish.

17. Two half softball family tattoo

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Two half softball family tattoos. Photo: @violafrymire123
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This tattoo is a great concept, especially if you are both baseball fans. You can have one half of the baseball and have your spouse, mom, dad, or siblings have the other half. You do not have to be a baseball fan to get the tattoo, as you can choose a different sport you all follow.

18. Colourful flower family tattoo

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Colourful flower family tattoo. Photo: @actattooexpo
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Flowers are beautiful, and flower tattoos are even more striking. For example, you can have a heart tattoo with flowers inside and have the word 'Family' inscribed. This is a way of paying respect to your family and telling the world t who the most important people in your life are.

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19. Family and flower hand tattoo

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Family and flower hand tattoo. Photo: @tattoomaze
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The hand is a popular tattoo spot for many. A good family forearm tattoo will make you look more attractive. If you are proud of your family, why not show the whole world through your hand tattoo? Get a nice font and complement the tattoo with a flower. Make your arm more stunning to look at as you show love to the people that matter to you most.

20. Upper thigh tree family tattoo

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Upper thigh tree family tattoo. Photo: @monicacochran1
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What tattoos symbolize family? A tree tattoo. Tree tattoos always look good on the skin. They are meaningful and show that you think deeply about your life choices. A good family tattoo would be that of a tree with a special message inscribed.

21. Full sleeve family tattoo

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Full sleeve family tattoo. Photo: @MiraculousCreationsWorcester
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This is among the most sought-after male meaningful family tattoos. You can never go wrong with a full sleeve. Show off how great of a tattoo artist you have. Tell the word you are bold enough to have a tattoo that pays homage to your family. It's a good thing to have family, and you are allowed to be proud of them.

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22. Spiralling heart family tattoos

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Spiralling heart family tattoos. Photo: @jmhtattoo (modified by author)
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Get heart tattoos that are spiralling and make one half of the heart have names of members of your family. You can make the hearts as long as you want or as huge as they can fit on your back. Customize them to your liking too.

23. Roots family tattoo

This tattoo is symbolic and can be interpreted to mean one appreciating their roots. With a good tattoo artist, the root design will be clear and stand out. Your family will love it when you show how appreciative you are of them. This tattoo may also encourage you to find your roots, as it is a great symbol for a family tattoo.

24. Upper chest family tattoo

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Upper chest family tattoo. Photo: @kleopatrasneedlestattoo
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Family is forever is a true saying. Friends may desert you, but your family will never leave you. The family will come through for you when you are feeling low and when you hit rock bottom. You can always count on family to show you, unconditional love, without expecting anything in return.

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25. Neck family tattoo

Neck tattoos are for the bold and brave. With family, however, there are no limits on where family tattoos can be drawn. So get a tiny tattoo to appreciate your family and friends that became family. The perks of having a neck tattoo are that it is more visible, and you look bad*ss.

Get inked if you do not fear needles. Family tattoos are encouraged for starters because they are simple and will make you bond more with the people you consider family. Getting tattoos can, however, be addictive, and you will soon find yourself going more tattoos.

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