Meaning of Star Tattoo Designs

A big part of tattoo is about history and meanings. Of course, it is acceptable to wear tattoos simply for the sake of their beauty. However, most tattoo enthusiasts choose designs with both personal meaning and beauty. Star tattoo designs all have different histories and meanings. Most people can find star tattoo designs they can relate to.

You must be very sure you love stars. You must be just as sure where you want to wear them. You will also have to decide exactly which designs you like the most. There is a variety to choose from. One of the most popular designs is that of the shooting star. This kind of star represents your big dream in life. It is a symbol of your determination to reach your dream.

There are many different kinds of designs for tattoos and this includes the star. This design could be regarded as traditional and it has never lost its appeal. It used to be worn by those associated with the sea. This is, of course, the nautical star design. Nowadays, you don't have to be a sailor to wear this particular tattoo. In fact, there are women who also love the nautical star tattoo. The nautical or north star is what navigated sailors back home. It means safe home coming.

Those who appreciate these designs are also attracted to the hexagram. This is a six sided star. There are those who would choose this design for religious reasons or just for the look of it. Hexagrams have different meanings to different people. A hexagram could be called a Star of David or the Star of Wicca to name only a few. The hexagram is greatly revered by those who practice Paganism.

Star tattoo designs can also include stars with seven points, eight points and nine points. Each one has its own individual significance. The seven pointed is called the Septagram and represents the seven planets. The eight points is called the Egyptian star and symbolizes regeneration. The nine points is the Chinese star and represents achievement.

There are those who love star tattoo designs so much they have an assortment of stars down the one side of the body. If a variety of sizes is used this can look very effective and interesting. A star design can also be incorporated or blended with other symbols such as flames or a tribal background. You can be as creative as you want with this much loved symbol.


Stars can have colors incorporated to make them as effective as possible. Women tend to favor showers of stars or stars that are of a delicate design. On the other hand, men enjoy more substantial star tattoo designs and often have one large star on the chest, back, arm or leg.


Star Tattoo designs are worn by both men and women. Men wear these stars on their wrist, upper arm, back shoulder and side. Women wear stars on their wrist, ankle, shoulder, hips and lower back. Star tattoo designs are easily recognized all around the world.