Want a Name Tattoo? 80 of the Best Designs for Men and Women

Name tattooing is a great way of honoring and showing respect to those close to you as an individual or those dearly loved. It is however important to note that having a name tattoo is easy but removing the tattoo can be an uphill task given the pain that goes with it. It is therefore ideal that ultimate precaution is taken before deciding on the name to ink especially if you are opting on inking the name of a romantic lover as any change in the relationship may leave you more devastated with the name tattoo stuck with you.

When it comes to getting a tattoo that uses names and lettering, every little detail can make or break your ink work. In fact name tattoo designs are probably one of the most sought after designs that take the longest to figure out which is right for the ink lover. This is mainly due to the fact that the type of lettering you use can make the name less or more legible to read, some font types may be better suited for specific names, while others may make the name look completely different and hard to understand.

Interesting Name Tattoo Ideas

Name tattoos continue to grow in popularity with many tattoo lovers opting to ink names of their loved ones as a way of paying tribute or identifying with those dear to them.  Having a name tattooed does not exactly make the name more popular it instead carries some special meaning that only you can relate with.

There are different ways and styles that can be used to ink the preferred name, it is therefore important that you select the right kind of style that best appeals to your interest. Blending the tattoos with colors adds that magnificent look to the design.

Before you ink name tattoo it is important that you take time and ensure that you are comfortable with having the name on you so that you don’t get frustrated in case something happens between you and the person whose name you have inked. Removing a tattoo once it is fixed is quite a process and it is important that you be sure about the name before inking it.

Most of the name tattoo lovers tend to ink the names of their loved ones like spouses, best friends, children parents or even names of those who have passed on as a sign of paying tribute to them. Tattooing is a painful experience and inking the name of a boyfriend that you have known for three months may not be a good idea as the first thing you will want to remove is the tattoo in case you break up.

The name that you decide to ink should not be something that you may live to regret later. Use of names of spouses, parents, children can be ideal as they tend to have some element of permanency. The name tattoo design below looks spectacular with the elements incorporated in the design making the tattoo to look more appealing.

The name tattoo design below looks quite simple and elegant. The tattoo is also is well designed and looks spectacular on the arm where it is worn.

Name tattoos can be done on elements like a feather, books and indifferent shapes and sizes. The name tattoo design below is quite unique and the color used blends well with the wearer’s complexion. The name tattoo fonts used also enhances the overall outlook of the design.

Name tattoo designs can be inked in different parts of the body like the wrists, the arm or even incorporated in larger tattoo designs. The name tattoo design below looks cool with the fonts used making it to look entirely fabulous.

One thing that makes name tattoo ideal is the fact that they can be aired inked in a very small space unless it is incorporated in a larger tattoo designs. The name too fonts used in the design below looks cool with each having a unique font.

Before you consider inking name tattoo, you can consider the following factors:

The type of font that you intend to use and any other elements that you may want to incorporate the fonts with. You can consider the place you intend to be inked and if the place is appropriate for the desired name. The name tattoo design below looks good with the color used blending quite well with the design.

Andy is perfectly designed in the leg and is put in a place where not everybody can see. The choice of name font and the color of the tattoo also blends well with the wearer.

The incorporation of the name tattoo with lipstick can be perceived to be carrying memories that the wearer may be associating with the name tattoo. The name font and the design used looks spectacular and looks stunning on the shoulder where it is worn.

Lance and autumn are beautiful name tattoos that are artistically designed and greatly enhances the complexion and general outlook of the wearer. Name tattoos can take any form and shape depending on what the wearer finds interesting.

Incorporation of flowers and other elements in the tattoo design below looks cool with the colors greatly enhancing the overall outlook of the wearer.

Incorporation of the feather with the name looks quite spectacular with the color of the feather making the entire design to look more fabulous and eye-catching.

The name tattoo below looks stunning and the place the name is inked demonstrates that the wearer has deep connections with the person that identifies with the name. The color combination blends well resulting into such a visually appealing design.

Incorporating name tattoos with other designs has a way of enhancing the overall outlook of the tattoo just like shown in the design below.

The name tattoo design below looks spectacular with the element of a bird blending quite well with the name tattoo. The name font also also balances well with the entire design.

The name tattoo below is a combination of various elements that make the entire design to look fabulous. The colors used in the design also blends quite well with the complexion of the wearer.

Use of bold name tattoo fonts with distinctive styles like in the design below looks fantastic and visually appealing. The combination of blue and black color also blends quite well.

The style and design of the name tattoo below looks spectacular with the type of font used and the artistic colors used making the design to glow in a way that enhances the overall outlook of the wearer.

Incorporating flowers with name tattoo like in the design below is one of the way of making a name the design to be outstanding and elegant. The color choice and the fonts used in the name tattoo blends perfectly well.

The significance of wearing name tattoos vary from one individual to another. To some inking a loved one’s name may signify a strong bond between the wearer and the person identifying with the name. The name tattoo design below looks spectacular with the dark background color blending quite well with the color of the writings.

The name tattoo design below looks well designed with the colors used blending quite well. The incorporation of the features and the blend of different colors makes the design to look more eye-catching and elegant.

The name tattoo design below looks beautiful with the name tattoo well anchored on the wearers body . The design looks cool with the name font and date reflecting deep meaning for the wearer.

Incorporating name tattoo with other features like the feather and the flying birds reflects the meaning the wearer may be associating with the design. The grey and dark colors used on the design also reflects well with the wearer’s complexion.

The name tattoo below is a beautiful piece of artwork with the big fonts used enhancing the overall outlook of the design. Inclusion of the flower to the design also makes the entire design to look spectacular.

Use of unique features alongside names to be tattooed like in the name tattoo design below creates that element of uniqueness and diversity. One thing that makes name tattoo different from other tattoos is the fact that the wearer can easily customize the designs to their preferred ones.

Lettering and font size are some of the key features to look out for when inking name tattoo. The lettering used in the tattoo below looks great with the spacing and font used blending quite well.

The name tattoo design below looks quite spectacular, the name font and the flowers surrounding the names greatly enhances the overall outlook of the design. The dark color used blends quite well with the wearer’s complexion.

The name tattoo design below looks spectacular with the floral elements greatly enhancing the overall outlook of the design. The use of black and red colors also adds beauty and is also visually appealing.

The name tattoo design below covers the upper back of the wearer which is quite visually appealing with the use of different colors blending quite well with the wearer’s complexion.

The sizes of the name tattoo design vary depending on what the wearer finds interesting. The design below looks spectacular. It is simple, small and elegant with the white complexion of the wearer greatly enhancing the color of the design.

Having name tattoo worn on the face like in the design below is such a bold step and a sign that the name carries a deep meaning for the wearer. The face is the first place that one gets to look at when identifying a person and having a name tattoo inked on the face creates such a stunning outlook on the face.

The place the name tattoo is worn also matters specially if the wearer is not bold enough to have the design seen by everyone then they can have it in places that are easy to hide like the foot in the design below.

There are many tattoo lovers who fear inking name tattoos simply because of the superstitions related with inking name tattoos especially for a lover or someone you are involved with in a romantic relationship. It is normally said that inking a lovers name may lead to a break up although that may not be true as there are even celebrity couples who have inked there lovers names and they are still romantically involved with each other.

The name tattoo design below looks cool specially on the place where it is worn. The big fonts and the lettering style also looks fabulous.

Having name tattoo inked in the stomach area is also a cool way to honor those whom you dearly love. The stomach area is a special area and having a name tattoo in the place makes it have some special meaning and appeal to the wearer.

The use of bold ink on name tattoo designs like in the design below looks quite attractive. The dark bold colors creates such an eye-catching and magnificent outlook.

The name tattoo design has floral elements incorporated in it which is quite stunning with the wearer’s complexion making the entire design to be more appealing.

Use of different types of letters and fonts is also appropriate for name tattoo designs just like in the name tattoo design below. The color combination and the elements incorporated also blends quite well.

Combining other elements with name tattoo designs like the one below makes the entire design to look quite spectacular and appealing to the eyes. It also enhances the overall outlook of the wearer.

The name tattoo design below is so quite beautifully designs and matches well on both the feet. The combination of letters and flowers also enhances the complexity of the design which is quite cool.

Here are some more amazing ways that you can present your name tattoo designs to the world in a unique and honorable fashion!

The name tattoo design below is presented in a way that is quite visually appealing and elegant. The lettering patterns used in the design looks great and blends well with the complexion of the wearer.

Wearing name tattoo in the hand is also a great way of always reminding yourself of the person that identifies with the name. This is because the hand is something the wearer will be seeing every now and then unlike other parts of the body.

The name tattoo design below looks quite bold and elegant. The name font is large enough and can be easily seen with the features incorporated with the design making the design to look much spectacular.

The name tattoo design below looks great in the white colors used with the lettering that blends well with the complexion of the wearer.

When choosing on the right design for the name tattoo, it seems that names that are shorter tend to look more appealing when designed in an appealing way unlike the longer ones.

The name tattoo design below is artistically designed with colorful elements that blends well with the entire design. The name tattoo is designed in a floral way which makes it look fabulous and quite stunning.

The name tattoo design below is a unique piece of art with colorful bold name tattoo fonts that makes the entire design to look amazing. The red and black colors used in the design blends quite well.

The elements connected to the name tattoo design below greatly enhances the overall outlook of the design with a mixture of different colors blending quite well.

Use of a crown design with name tattoo as in the design below is a beautiful artwork. The bold dark colors used on the design also makes it to be quite outstanding and visually appealing.

Often times, you will come across a name tattoo that is not the center of attention, as large as the name may be present. This is usually done by using basic, solid black font lettering and shading to create the name in the center of a larger, usually colored piece. In a sense, this makes both the name tattoo designs and the additional picture elements stand out in their own way. The contrast between the colors is especially important with these styles as you will not want the pictures to take the attention away from the name and vice versa.

However, many times these types of tattoos, depending on the name being represented, are covered up at some point in their life. This does not usually happen when  child’s name is used, unless the design is being drawn bigger adding a new name such as another child or a better quality tattoo is being done. However, in the case of girlfriends, wives and lovers – name tattoo designs are one of the most popular tattoos that request cover-ups at some point.

Having the design of a bird overlooking the name tattoo design is also a great way of inking a lovely name tattoo.  The style used in designing the tattoo is unique and blends well with other features in the design.

Fonts like the gypsy fonts, the Google fonts and old English lettering are some of the ways used for designing the name tattoo designs. Incorporating the butterflies and the different colors used also brings life and beauty to the design

The name tattoo design below is quite visually appealing and bold. The colors blend so well however it is good to make your choice of name tattoo after analyzing the size of the name and the desired font as not all names may fit well in the given space if the same space is used.

Use of name fonts with dates is also acts as a reminder of something special about the person and the dates. The fonts used and the style of lettering blends quite well with the complexion of the wearer.

Often times, you will find that many men that take advantage of name tattoo designs, do so to honor the birth of their child or the name of their wife. In these cases, dates are usually present with the name as well. The chest area is a common place for these types of tattoos for men if they are looking for a smaller name design or have multiple names that they want to showcase.

If you have many names that you may want to tattoo then incorporating other elements can be ideal as it help in making the design to appear more stylish and appealing like in the design below.

The name tattoo design below looks more complex with the style used and the dark color reinforcing the overall design which is quite cool especially on the feet where it is worn.

While women are more likely to get tattoo name designs that utilize a script lettering font, it truly depends on the name being used in the design idea. Shorter names and names with more curvy lettering always look much better in script than any other type of font design. However, many individuals like to be a bit creative when it comes to their design ideas – some using Old English lettering or even gypsy font.

The area in which you get your name tattoo design also plays a vital role in which font lettering you should use. If you are looking to get the name in larger lettering, using bolder fonts may be better suited. Arms and legs are the most common surface locations for name tattoo designs. However, depending on the name you are representing or the additional design elements that you choose to incorporate into your tattoo, you may also want to consider areas such as the back, thighs or chest as well. Many men utilize the chest area to place their name tattoos so that they are easily seen when shirtless. Women are more prone to areas such as lower back and upper thighs instead.

Think long and hard about the meaning behind the name you are looking to tattoo on your body. This will play a direct role on the type of lettering, size and design elements that you should incorporate into the final piece. For example, when getting your own name, you may want to keep it separate from other design elements and place it on an area of the body that is frequently exposed such as your arms or legs. However, memorial tattoos are usually accompanied by other design elements and created with various elegant lettering to symbolize the softness of the situation behind the name.

When using your child’s name as a tattoo design element, you will often see much more creative name tattoo designs that symbolize the age of the child or the infancy of the same. Block lettering is very common when showcasing children’s names, as well as design elements surrounding each letter such as alphabet blocks or balloons – sometimes even footprints.

Should you add color or should you keep the name tattoo design in traditional black and grey shading? Certain name tattoos are easily highlighted with color ink, many even utilize various colors to make certain letters or spacings stand out. You will often see this type of artwork when using names that are hyphenated or initialed.

Name tattoo designs do not always have to be created in a straight pattern as well. Many people showcase their individuality and creativity by forming a pattern with the lettering such as hearts, diamonds and even zig zag lines around another larger design. This can create amazing complete tattoo designs and add a bit of value to the name since it usually highlights each design element that is incorporated into the tattoo.