101 Name Tattoo ideas - incl: first name - surname & other cool words!

Tattooing the names of loved ones certainly isn’t a new tradition. Sailors, soldiers, and even members of the royal court for years would ink the names of those they were devoted to onto their skin. A name tattoo is a token of loyalty and eternal remembrance. Today many choose to carry on this tradition by tattooing their child’s, family member or partners name. Usually on their arm, wrist, or over their very heart. There are few tattoos more sentimental than a name tattoo and by getting their name on your skin they will be with you forever.

Name Tattoo Ideas

There are many different ways to style a name tattoo. They can be mixed with other styles and fonts to make a masterpiece that is more than just a name. So in this article we will show you 101 name tattoo ideas that you could get to represent your love for someone. As a small reminder. Feel free to experiment with and explore. You can never be to specific about what you want to put on your skin.

Chest Tattoos

A man’s chest is a colossal canvas, and when inked it can be prominent symbol of pride. It is also the closest place to the heart and if you want to keep a loved on close it is a great place to put your tattoo. Though it may not be the easiest place to get a tattoo due to many prominent bones it makes for a great place to store any symbol you hold close.

Cursive “Nicholas” Upper Chest Name Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Fancy Name Chest Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Heart Banner Name Chest Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Heart Footprints with Kids Name Upper Chest Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Heartbeat & Birth Date Upper Chest Name Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Kids Name with Diamond Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

“Benjamin” Script Upper Chest Name Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

“Juliana” Handprint Upper Chest Name Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Name & Roman numeral Chest Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Name with Arrows Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Small Name Collar Bone Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Ornate Kids Name Male Upper Chest Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

“Alex” Mens Full Chest Name Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Clock with Scroll & Rose Design Chest Name Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Roman numerals with Name Chest Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Rose Flower Name Chest Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Shaded Kids Name Chest Tattoo “Carter” Credits: Pinterest

Two Hands Upper Chest Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Unique Kids Name Drawing Chest Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Unique Name Chest Tattoos Credits: Pinterest

Footprint & Name Chest Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

“Aura” Mens Script Upper Chest Name Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

“Chasidy” Cool Name Chest Tattoo Credits Pinterest

Red Heartbeat Name Tattoo “Helena” Credits: Pinterest

Kids Footprint & Name Chest Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

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Arm Tattoos

The arm tattoo or the arm full and half sleeve have become the preferred placement for people getting tattoos in recent years. The trend hasn’t stopped an an arm tattoo or sleeve could be the addition you need. With the arm being the most easily visible and moveable part of the body. It is a great place for a tattoo.

“Anna” Kids Name Forearm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

“Noah” Blocks Kids Name Forearm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

“Black” Ornate Name Tattoo On Arm Credits: Pinterest

Kids Name Inner Arm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Cool Name Tattoo Idea Credits: Pinterest

Name Outer Forearm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Name & Fish Forearm Tattoo Idea Credits: Pinterest

Footprints and Name Forearm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Cursive Male Black Ink Name Arm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Creative Name Forearm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

“Kristy” Rose Flower Name Tattoo on Arm Credits: Pinterest

Cool Hands In Shape Of Heard With Name Inside Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Handwritten Name Forearm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Heart Shaped Name Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Cool Heart & Name Forearm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Small Name Inner Arm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Name Inner Arm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Name In Pocket Watch Arm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Name & Footprint Arm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Inner Forearm Name Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Ashton Name Forearm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Negative Space Name Arm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Cool Footprint Name Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Name Forearm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Name Tattoo Ideas Credits: Pinterest

Name Wrist Tattoo Ideas Credits: Pinterest

Cool Name Arm Tattoo Idea Credits: Pinterest

Red & Black Cool Name Forearm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Pocket Watch Name Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Pine Tree Forest with Name Forearm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Negative Space Name Forearm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Cool Name Arm Tattoo Idea Credits: Pinterest

Roman numeral with Kids Name & Footprints Forearm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Rose Flower Full Sleeve with Name Banner Credits: Pinterest

Cool Name Forearm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Cool Name & Footprint Forearm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Cool Name Forearm Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

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Back Tattoo

The back is the biggest canvas on the body. Not only does the back give a huge place for your art but it also is the easiest place to hide your tattoos. Yet you can still go and let your tattoos show on a topless day in the summer.

Celtic Stone Font Name Back Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Script Name Back Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

“Leon” Ornate Full Back Name Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Cool Name Tattoo Back Design Credits: Pinterest

Cool Name Tattoo Back Design with Hearts Credits: Pinterest

Graffiti Style Back Tattoo Design Credits: Pinterest

Other Name Tattoo Ideas

Chinese Lettering Name Neck Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Name Shoulder Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Rachel Ring Name Tattoo Credits: Pinterest

Summary – Top 5 Name Tattoo Designs

So in this article we have shown you 101 name tattoo designs for men that you should have a look at. Whether an arm tattoo, chest tattoo or back tattoo. Whether you are planning to book your tattoo appointment soon or just getting ideas this list of 101 tattoos will help you choose.