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Chances are, you've opened this article because you're thinking of getting your very first tattoo. If that's the case, we share the very same ideas about first tattoo designs - they have to be you, unique, and meaningful; in short - just perfect. However, if this isn't your first rodeo with ink, you're probably just searching for some cool tattoo ideas to add to your canvas (been there, done that!). In any case, though, you've opened the right article, for this is our list of the best ear tattoo ideas!

Ear tattoos or tattoos behind the ear are simply perfect for when you want your design to be kept somewhat secret. Nobody's taking a glance in your ear when you first meet anyway! So, such a design, especially when talking about small tattoos, could very well be something that's very dear to you and close to your heart (or brain). And boy, you'll find some terrific examples of ear tattoos here! From teeny geometrics to incredibly detailed works of art, it seems that all the world can fit right in (or behind) your ear! 

So, buckle up and scroll down below to check out our picks of some pretty darn awesome ear tattoos! Once you are there, be sure to vote for the tattoo ideas that you'd love to get inked, and don't forget to share this article with your friends!



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#11

Moon And Stars Tattoo

ear tattoo of the moon and stars

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Cerridwn d'Wyse
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love it. I think it might be better if it actually wrapped around the shape of. Here are though.

#12

Devil Whispering In Your Ear Done By Caleb At Lucky's Tattoo In Cambridge, MA

ear tattoo of whispering devil

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Twinkle Tattoo

ear tattoo of twinkling stars

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#19

Octopus Tentacles Tattoo

ear tattoo of octopus tentacles

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Praea Kitten
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I guess octopus? I get "underwater garden" vibes from it, though

#23

Black And White Tattoo

ear tattoo of ornamental black and white decorations

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#24

Ear And Head Mandala

ear tattoo of mandala art

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Amanda B Bench
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful, but why are people getting these done where they'll have to keep their hair shaved to see it?

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#25

Leafy Tattoo

ear tattoo of a stem with a lot of leaves

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Moon And Leaves Tattoo

ear tattoo of the moon and leaves

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#37

Soul Eater Tattoo

ear tattoo of a smiling soul eater

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and_a_touch_of_the_’tism
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hello, yes, I called about an exorcism? And possibly a tattoo removal? *please just help it’s staring into my soul*

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#39

Dot Pattern Tattoo

ear tattoo of a dot pattern

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Dot Pattern Tattoo

ear tattoo of a dot pattern

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#43

Full Colour Rose Tattoo

ear tattoo of rose flowers

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#45

Tiny Note Tattoo

ear tattoo of a single musical note

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CORGI QUEEN
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

*eighth note (they are probably really common, as every song I've ever played has at least one eighth note)*

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#53

Flower Pattern And Line Tattoo

ear tattoo of a flower pattern

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#55

Flower Tattoo

ear tattoo of a tulip flower

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#56

Pattern Tattoo

ear tattoo of a freehand pattern

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fair_weather_rose
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not sure I like the wave/pattern/squiggle ones that cover the whole ear. Might look ok somewhere else, but it just makes the ear looks strange I think. Definitely nowhere near as bad as the tattoos some people get, more of a matter of taste

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Ornament Tattoo

ear tattoo of a pattern

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Pattern Tattoo

ear tattoo of an ornamental pattern

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#68

Flower, Heart And Star Tattoo

ear tattoo of a heart, star, and leaves

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D00FINSHMERTZ
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love the earring. I'm going to find something like that! I also like the ear tattoo but prefer the rough and ready style of the older tattoos. Too bad so much of the ink peeled out. I'm guessing during healing.

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Negative Space Cross Tattoo

ear tattoo of a negative space cross

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#71

Ornament Tattoo

ear and temple tattoo of an ornamental design

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D00FINSHMERTZ
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Excellent. I have something not at all similar I want to do down my sideburn to jaw area.

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#73

Hidden Line And Dot Tattoo

hidden ear tattoo of a line and dot pattern

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#77

Dot Stars Tattoo

ear tattoo of dot stars

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#78

Dot Mandala Tattoo

ear tattoo of dot mandala art

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#80

Fun Neck/Head/Behind The Ear

ear tattoo of a snake stabbed by a dagger

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lol.litl.owl
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah... Ok but when he lets his hair grow out half of it will be covered and you will never know what the heck it is

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#81

Flower Tattoo

ear tattoo of a flower

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#82

Heart Tattoo

ear tattoo of an heart

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#83

Feathers Tattoo

ear tattoo of two feathers

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#84

Wave Tattoo

ear tattoo of a freehand wave design

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#86

Flower Ornament Tattoo

ear tattoo of an ornamental flower

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Flower Pattern Tattoo

ear tattoo of a flower

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Wing Tattoo

ear tattoo of a single wing

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#90

Dot Ornament Tattoo

ear tattoo of a detailed ornamental tattoo

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#92

Ear Tattoo

ear tattoo of a decorative floral design

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#93

Pattern Tattoo

ear tattoo of a freehand pattern

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#94

Minimal Line And Dot Tattoo

ear tattoo of a minimal line and dot design

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#95

Rose And Scorpion Tattoo

ear tattoo of a rose and scorpion

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Ornament Tattoo

ear tattoo of a ornamental design

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#100

Cherry Blossoms Tattoo

ear tattoo of cherry blossoms

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Peony Flower Tattoo

ear tattoo of a peony

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Abstract Dot Tattoo

ear tattoo of an abstract dot design

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