Celtic Tattoos

What Are Celtic Tattoos?

Celtic Tattoos are a broad term for a type of tattoos which symbolize the Celtic culture. Celtic is the term used to describe the "Celts" which were tribes from the pre-christian era that ruled over most of Europe during what was known as the Iron Age.

What is the Celtic Tattoo Meaning?

The Celtic tattoo design is a very "old-world" theme in which symbolizes the culture of the Celts. Celtic designs are in their own right a type of tribal tattoo due to the fact that the Celts were a group of tribes. Many of these tribes came places such as Ireland, Scottland, Norway and many other regions. The designs appear in many ways like the more common Celtic knots, celtic cross and the celtic trinity symbol which can be seen on many Led Zeppelin albums.

Celtic Tattoos are not only extremely intricute and beautiful looking, they also have a lot of symbolic meaning in each peice of art. Below are just a few types of Celtic Tattoo designs and what they mean:

The Celtic Cross Tattoo

Celtic Cross Tattoo

The celtic cross tattoo symbolizes the bridge between heaven and earth. This is one of the most recognized celtic tattoos as is the knot and the trinity. The celtic cross tattoo is often recognized as a spiritual or religous symbolic peice.

The Celtic Trinity Tattoo

Celtic Trinity Tattoo

The celtic trinity tattoo design (which is commonly reffered to as the "Led Zeppelin" symbol) symbolizes 3 interlocked parts which unite the Physical, Mental, and Spiritual. The celtic trinity tattoo design is beautiful and a great choice for a tattoo to those who want to be seen as "Balanced" inidividuals who have a firm grasp on their being.

The Celtic Dragon Tattoo

Celtic Draong Tattoo

The celtic dragon tattoo design signifies both luck and power and promotes fertility for crops and cattle back in the days of old. This is a perfect tattoo for dragon lovers who in life are feirce and strong. This is also a sign of good luck (remember the term "luck dragon"?).

The Celtic Knot Tattoo

The Celtic Knot Tattoo is a general description of most celtic works. The celtic design comes in an abundance of spirals, mazes and interlinking knots. The celtic knot can be found in many different types of celtic symbols and art.