Celtic tattoos are inspired by the traditional art of the Celtic people who inhabited western Europe. The Celtic style of energetic circular forms, knots, spirals, and triskeles has a timeless appeal that lends itself very well to tattoo art. Celtic tattoo designs probably owe some of their popularity because they can be excellent ‘space fillers.’ A talented artist can create an interlocking Celtic tattoo design to cover the required amount of space. They can also be a very effective way to link other tattoos together or frame them.People often get Celtic tattoos to express their patriotism and individuality who consider themselves Celts or Celtic origin. Most commonly, people from Scotland, Ireland, Wales, and occasionally England.

Types of Celtic Tattoos

Celtic Cross Tattoos

A Celtic cross tattoo design displays a Christian cross with a circle around the intersection. The cross is often decorated with Intricate knots. According to legend, St Patrick invented the Celtic cross as a combination of the Christian cross and the sun to convert the pagan Irish.

Celtic Knot Tattoos

Also known as a mystic knot and endless knot – the lines of the knot form an infinite loop without beginning or end. Celtic knot tattoo designs most likely signify eternity. One type of Celtic knot is a Celtic love knot, which symbolizes two people in love.

Celtic Tree of Life Tattoos. The Celtic Tree of Life first appeared in the Book of Kells in 800AD. It symbolizes the Garden of Eden.

Celtic Tattoos for Men

Most Celtic tattoo designs have a profound hidden message to them and rich in folklore and history. They are not just dark lines in patterns. Because of their symbolic nature and intricate artwork, they are trendy among men.

 

Celtic Symbols Tattoos

Symbols that feature in Celtic tattoo designs include many things, such as Animals, Crosses, Dragons, Knots, Triskeles, and Warriors.

Celtic Tattoo design for Women

Many women choose a Celtic tattoo design as they look graceful.