Elephant Tattoo Ideas

Elephant tattoos are gentle and grounded. They are popular in fine line, geometric and ornamental styles, often decorated with mandala patterns. Pick any of these 10 designs to see it on a photo of your own skin.

What does a elephant tattoo mean?

Elephants stand for wisdom, memory, family and good luck. An elephant with its trunk raised is a traditional sign of good fortune.

Where to place a elephant tattoo

Elephants suit the forearm, the upper arm, the thigh and the side of the ribs. Small fine-line elephants work on the ankle and the wrist.

See a elephant tattoo on your own body

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