Flower Tattoos & Their Meanings

These days, there are more and more women getting tattoos.  Because of this increase, flower designs continue to rise in popularity.  One of the best things about flower tattoos is the fact that there are so many different colors and types of flowers – all with many different meanings as well.  The flowers can mean so many different things, although specific types of flowers such as roses and Lillies may have a more specific meaning.

Overall, flower tattoos have a connection with nature, conjuring up thoughts and images of life and vitality. Whenever we look at a flower, we see the duration of life, mainly because flowers connect with us in the sense that we both grow.  Flowers emerge from the earth and continue to grow on a daily basis.  Then, the flowers bloom, knowing that they will later dry up and start to wilt away.

Having a tattoo of a flower brings to mind the entire process known as life.  Keep in mind however, that different colors and flowers on tattoos will symbolize other things as well.  White flower tattoos symbolize purity, while red flower tattoos can symbolize a burning passion.  There countless colors and designs available, giving plenty of meanings for those looking to get flower tattoos.

Roses are the most common flower design for tattoos, symbolizing love.  During the turn of the 16th century, roses were tattooed on those who were sentenced to death, the idea being that if the condemned were to escape from the gallows, the rose tattoo would serve as a symbol to easily recognize them.  These days, roses symbolize both love and passion.  Roses have long been known as a romantic flower, popular for special occasions with the ones we love. 

While in the western regions the rose is a symbol of love and purity, in the Eastern regions, love and purity are symbolized by a lotus flower.  Tattoos that feature lotus flowers also bring a little more meaning to the table since lotus tattoos are also known to symbolize fortune, peace, beauty, and goodness.  Even though roses are the most popular tattoos in North America, Lotus flower tattoos are more common in other regions.

Other examples include the acacia flower tattoo which is the symbol for love and friendship.  There are some people with Irish heritage who choose to get tattoos with the flower known as the Bells of Ireland.  This flower is well known throughout Ireland, with the tattoo symbolizing good luck.  Irish who have this tattoo are known to be lucky, or have an insane trend with luck.

For those who think of themselves as being the perfect lover,  a tulip tattooed may be the perfect choice.  Tattoos of tulips represent passionate love and fame for being a great lover.  If, however, you happen to be shy and timid, you may want to go with a violet flower tattoo instead.  Violets are common tattoos for those who are shy, timid, and enjoy taking things slow.  Those wanting to symbolize wisdom and virtue on the other hand, would be well to get an Iris.  Magnolias are also common flower tattoos, as they symbolize an individual’s love for nature.

Flower tattoos are very common and popular designs these days, with plenty of meaning behind their beauty.  The flowers can be large or small and as bold as you want them to be.  No matter which flower you have decided to use for your tattoo, you can ensure that the flower will give the meaning you are looking to convey.

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