10 Best Tribal Tattoo Ideas: Top Ideas For Tribal Tattoos

Tribal tattoos have been around since tattoos have. They are designs placed on the bodies of warriors, shaman, and chieftains. They have mystical meanings and powers,  And, on top of all that, they look awesome.

That is why we put together our list of the 10 Best Tribal Tattoo ideas. These Tribal tattoos come from different cultures, times, and locations, from around the world. And, we have put them together in one list to guide you on your journey to your next tribal tattoo.

So, sit back by the ancestral fire, connect with your primal self, and enjoy our list of the 10 Best Tribal Tattoo Ideas.

#10: Tribal Gecko Tattoo

Represent the car insurance tribe with this "Geico", I mean "Gecko" tattoo. All puns aside, the Gecko has great meaning as a sprit animal, symbolizing great energy and change, something you'll want to want to do with your car insurance once you check Geico's rates.

Tattoo done by Ryan

#9: Tribal Mixed With Flowers Tattoo

Flowers represent many things in all cultures, that is why they mix so well with the tribal symbols. This tattoo also contains the filipino sun, with each of its eight rays representing a province that helped in the 1896 revolution.

#8: Tribal Turtle Tattoo

Everyone likes turtles, even if it's Halloween and you are dressed like a zombie. Tribal turtles are even better, the intricate geometry of tribal designs fit perfectly with aesthetic shape of the turtle.

Tattoo done by Devon

#7: Aztec Tribal Tattoo

Aztec culture has always captivated the imagination, their pyramids, their sacrifices, their calendar, and of course their tattoos.  The tattoo below represents a tattoo that an Aztec warrior may have had when ran into battle. 

Tattoo done by Steve

#6: Tribal Butterfly Tattoo

Tribal was never as popular as it was in the nineties, and if you were a girl getting a tattoo in the nineties, the only location was the lower back. This tribal tattoo is also mixed with another nineties woman tattoo staple, the butterfly. Tribal is making a resurgence, and I am sure we will see many more tattoos like this again soon.

Tattoo done by Tacho

#5: Tribal Tigers Tattoo

Tigers are symbols of strength and fearlessness, their traits being embodied by the warriors that get them tattooed on them. The dueling tigers tattoo below is done in the tribal style, with sharp lines and points, just like the tigers teeth.

Tattoo done by Steve

#4: Viking Tribal Tattoo

Even our marauding, pillaging, neighbors to the north, the Vikings, loved tribal tattoos. The Viking tribal tattoo below shows why, with its cool symbols, awesome imagery, and geometric design.

Tattoo done by Steve

#3: Tribal Neck Tattoo

Neck tattoos are awesome. Tribal tattoos are awesome. Neck tribal tattoos are even more awesomer. Is that a real word? No. But, current words can't describe the coolness level of tribal neck tattoos, so get off my back. Point is, if you want to be cooler than a polar bears toenails, get a neck tribal tattoo. You won't regret it.

Tattoo done by Devon

#2: Tribal Flowing Dragon Fly Tattoo

If we take the time to watch bugs fly, we begin to see the beauty in it. It's effortless, they simple glide through the air, creating artwork with their natural flightpath. This tribal tattoo captures this moment perfectly in a single still frame.

Tattoo done by Eddie

#1: Polynesian Tribal Tattoo

From Dwayne Johnson to Aquaman, Polynesian tribal tattoos are some of the most popular, and recognizable tattoos. And for good reason, these tattoos are steeped with meaning and stunning to look at. That is why they are ranked #1 on our Best Tribal Tattoos list.

Tattoo done by Eddie

We hope you enjoyed our list of the 10 Best Tribal Tattoo Ideas. What were some of your favorite Tribal tattoos? Were there any Tribal tattoo ideas that you think we missed? Let us know in the comments below.

If this list got your primal juices flowing and you want to get a tribal tattoo of your own, make sure to book it at Mr. Inkwells tattoo shop. Where one of our talented artists can design you a Tribal tattoo that your ancestors would be proud of.

See you soon!