42+ Amazing Turtle Tattoos, Ideas & Meaning

42+ Amazing Turtle Tattoos, Ideas & Meaning

Turtle tattoos are popular these days for a few simple reasons. We love turtles for their grace and beauty. You will find these peaceful creatures all over the world in rivers, ponds, lakes, and oceans.

There are many turtle tattoo designs out there to choose from. Tribal turtle tattoos are prevalent and seen most often in dark ink. True to life turtle tattoos are fun to ink and offer you many different poses and color choices.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Some people chose turtle tattoos for their looks and special meanings. The most common meaning here is longevity and determination. Other popular symbolic meanings associated with turtles are wisdom, spirituality, healing powers, protection, and safety. Native Americans believe that the turtle had its part in creating the planet. Let us explore more.

Turtle Tattoos with Flowers

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Small Turtle Tattoos

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Turtle Tattoos on Arm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Turtle Tattoos on Forearm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cute Turtle Tattoos

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Turtle Tattoos for Guys

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Turtle Tattoos on Foot & Leg

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tribal Turtle Tattoo

Tribal turtles like this one in a tribal razor pattern are very popular and look great anywhere on the body.

 

Cartoon Style Turtle Tattoos with Name

Cartoon turtles are a fun design to make and are very popular with kids.

Swimming Turtle Tattoo

This is a cool example of a cartoon turtle with great detail and movement; great tattoo!

Realistic Turtle Tattoo

This turtle has a realistic look and the coloring work is superb.

 

Paired Turtles on the Hip

Turtles in dark ink on the waist have a mysterious meaning and look great.

Small Turtle Tattoo with Flowers

This small turtle design is highly detailed and is incredible.

 

Blue Turtle Tattoo

This blue turtle tattoo is very cool. The stars, flowers and the helmet make a nice powerful personal message.