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Family is a powerful force in anyone’s life - it shapes us, gives love and support, and a strong sense of belonging, much like the anchor of meaningful family tattoo ideas. And what better way to celebrate these unbreakable bonds than to get a family tattoo?

Of course, tattoos, like your family, are there forever, and getting a meaningful family tattoo idea can serve as a permanent reminder of cherished relationships and shared memories. So, if you’re looking for something truly beautiful and unique to immortalize it, take a look at our list dedicated to family tattoo ideas that include names and symbols. 

Now, a good family tattoo might be lots of things - from family crests (lucky you if you have one!) Family tree tattoos all depend on your wishes, whether you prefer a simple design or something more intricate like a Celtic knot. Some people also choose to ink their family’s birth dates on their skin or write down a quote or a phrase that has a profound meaning to all of their clan, often incorporating elements like a heart or baby’s name.

Either way, the most important thing to do here is to make it your own to truly capture your family’s essence. And if you want to go that extra mile, why not get matching family tattoos? They might have slight variations between them, but then you’d have your own secret sign, perhaps even a heart symbol that connects you all. Sounds cool, doesn’t it? 

To sum it all up, tattoos that represent family might serve as excellent tributes to the strength of family bonds, especially when designed by a skilled artist. And it doesn’t matter whether you choose symbols, portraits, dates, or quotes; these tattoo ideas can help you express your family’s profound love, unity, and connection. And if you’re ready to check out our family tattoo gallery and find your inspiration, just scroll down below and check out the submissions. 

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Creative Family Tattoo Ideas for Matching Designs

Three forearms with matching minimal dot family tattoos symbolizing bonds.

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    Sibling Family Tattoos

    Minimalist family tattoos on two people, connected by a red string, symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    Tracy Milne
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don' t know if my comment went through but if the string is broken , I feel and thing a love knot added would be a great reminder of the love once treasured

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    Mother Tattoo

    Tattoo on arm reading "Mother" symbolizing family bonds with silhouette figures, expressing unbreakable connections.

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    Family Tree Tattoo

    Tree tattoo symbolizing unbreakable family bonds on an arm, featuring geometric details and shading.

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    Tracy Milne
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have seen many ideas for tatotoes (sp) similar to this. I always think if the roots could be added but Somehow depicted with diffirent colouration not Just shading Maybe different coloured leaves, or differnt shaped leaves....

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    Children And Dates Tattoo

    Family tattoo with children, heart design, dates, and wedding rings symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    Family Tree With Mountains Tattoo

    Abstract family tattoo design with a tree, mountains, and geometric elements symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    Family Heart Tattoo

    Matching family tattoos with heart-shaped fingerprint design symbolizing bonds.

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    Tracy Milne
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love the finger print concept, adding a pulse is good but just a thought as a widow( makes me think about the loss)

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    Cute Family Tattoo

    Family tattoo with "Mom, Dad, Me" text inside a red heart, symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    #12

    Family Portrait Arm Tattoo

    Family tattoo depicting a mother and children, symbolizing unbreakable bonds, with a matching photo held beside it.

    "By Teddy at Baneul in NYC I Absolutely Adore It."

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    Tracy Milne
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love that the faces are blank. I feel it demonstrates All the emotions shared by a fsmily! The sorrow, And the joy within your minds eye!

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    Amazing Mother, Daughter Tattoo

    Simple line art tattoo depicting family bonds, featuring an abstract figure of a mother holding a child, on an arm.

    "Done by Cory at Black Label Tattoo in Frederick, MD."

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    #14

    Birds Brother And Sister Tattoo

    Three arms with matching bird tattoos symbolizing family bonds.

    By Ben Tyne at Union Tattoo Studio in Victoria BC.

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    Lion Tattoo For Brother And Sister

    Lion and lioness tattoos on forearms symbolizing unbreakable bonds, adorned with floral designs.

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    Son Tattoo

    Family tattoo featuring children's photo with a heartfelt quote symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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

    This looks very detailed, and probably very hard to do? (not a tattoo person)

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    Family Tattoo Silhouettes

    Family tattoo on shoulder depicting three figures, symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    #22

    Whale Family Tattoo

    Tattoo of three whales on an arm, illustrating family bonds and unbreakable connections.

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    #23

    Cute Family Quote Tattoo

    Family tattoo featuring a couple holding a baby, symbolizing unbreakable bonds with a quote about growth.

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    Family Flowers Tattoo

    Tulip tattoo on forearm symbolizing family bonds, featuring two flowers held by a heart-shaped hand.

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    Father And Son Portrait Tattoo

    Tattoo of a father and child, symbolizing family bonds, next to a matching photo displayed on a smartphone screen.

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    Matching Hearts Tattoo

    Colorful heart tattoos symbolizing family bonds on two wrists.

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    #30

    Family Quote Tattoo

    Tattoo of the word "Family" with a meaningful quote on a person's side, symbolizing unbreakable family bonds.

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

    Good for you then, every parent should do as told here!

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    Animal Family Tattoo

    Koala family tattoo design symbolizing unbreakable bonds on a forearm.

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    Cute Family Tattoo

    Tattoo of a family portrait on an arm, symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    Cute Family Walking Tattoo

    Family tattoo of two people walking, symbolizing unbreakable bonds, on forearm.

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    Cute Family Tattoo

    Tattoo of a family holding hands with heart and dandelion, symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    #37

    Matching Mother And Daughter Prince And Fox Tattoos

    Two arms with matching family tattoos depicting The Little Prince and a fox, symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    #38

    Father And Mother With Dog Tattoo

    Family tattoo with cartoon figures and a dog, symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    Family Matching Serial Tattoo

    Several arms with matching "Family" tattoos symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    Colorful Panda Family Tattoo

    Panda family tattoo symbolizing unbreakable bonds with colorful background on forearm.

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    Elephant Family Tattoo

    Tattoo of a family of elephants on skin, symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    #42

    Family Birth Date Tattoo

    Arm tattoo with significant dates, symbolizing family bonds.

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    Family Members Tattoo

    Simple family tattoo on arm showing cartoon faces labeled Mom, Dad, Bro, Sis, Me, symbolizing family bonds.

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    Family Members Tattoo

    Minimalist family tattoo featuring three faces and a small heart, symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    Family Letters Tattoo

    Three people with matching family tattoos on their arms, symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    Family Tattoo

    Minimalist family tattoo design with two figures and a dog, symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    Father And Children Tattoo

    Line art family tattoo on forearm depicting two people sitting together, symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    Family Word Tattoo

    "Family tattoo in cursive script on a forearm, symbolizing unbreakable bonds."

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    Elephant Family Tattoo

    Elephant family tattoo symbolizing unbreakable bonds on forearm.

    "By John Embry at Tattoo Charlie's, Louisville KY."

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    #55

    Plane My Family Immigrated From Peru To America To Back In 96

    Tattoo of a red airplane on chest, symbolizing unbreakable family bonds.

    "Done by Allende at Live Tattoo 2 in Miami, Florida."

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    Holly Branches From My Family Crest Tattoo

    Neck tattoo of holly branches, symbolizing family bonds.

    "By Funkella at Electric Soul in CO. Cork, Ireland."

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    #57

    Family Birth Dates Tattoo

    Family tattoo with heartbeat and years 1976, 1971, 2000, signifying unbreakable bonds on inner forearm.

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    Cute Matching Family Tattoos

    Matching arrow tattoos symbolizing family bonds on three forearms.

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    Cute Animal Family Tattoo

    Floral deer family tattoo with three deer and daisies, symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    Family Matching Tattoos

    Two people showing matching family tattoos with initials and heart designs on their forearms.

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    Bees Family Tattoos

    Three people showing matching bee tattoos, symbolizing family bonds and unity.

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    Really Clever Sisters Matching Tattoo

    Matching family tattoos depicting children with tin can telephones, symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    #64

    Quote Tattoo For Brother And Sister

    Four arms with matching family tattoos reading "No matter where, how, what, when," symbolizing family bonds.

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    Tui And La Sister Tattoos!

    Two feet with matching family bond tattoos of koi fish on a black chair, symbolizing connection and unity.

    "Ruben at Beyond Ink in Winter Park, FL."

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    #67

    Cute Family Cartoon Tattoo

    Colorful family tattoo symbolizing bonds, featuring three smiling faces with stars and heart accents.

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    Couple Family Tattoo

    Tattoo of a couple sitting with flowers, symbolizing unbreakable family bonds.

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    Geometrical Space And Family Tattoo

    Geometric family tattoo with planets and mountains symbolizing unbreakable bonds on forearm.

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    Family Quote Tattoo

    Tattoo on arm with a heartfelt quote symbolizing unbreakable family bonds.

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    Elephant Family Tattoo

    Elephant family tattoo on forearm symbolizing unbreakable bonds and unity, showcasing family tattoo ideas.

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    An Island Tattoo Represents My Family

    Landscape and dragon design in family tattoo symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

    "By Derya Yılmaz Istanbul, Turkey."

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    #73

    New Watercolour Family Tree Tattoo

    Tattoo of a colorful family tree on a woman's thigh, symbolizing family bonds.

    "By Lea Luna Inked Tattoo In Mississauga, Ontario."

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    #74

    Family Walk Tattoo

    Dinosaur skeleton family tattoo symbolizing unbreakable bonds on a person's arm.

    "By Dave Norton at Pino Bros Ink in Cambridge, MA. Based on Dan McCarthy prints."

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    Family Matching From Super Mario Tattoo

    Colorful family-themed tattoos featuring gaming symbols on different arms and legs, symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

    "Danny Pennie from Thrive Studios, Ontario Canada."

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    #76

    Family Portrait Tattoo

    Tattoo depicting a family photo, symbolizing unbreakable family bonds.

    "By Landon Morgan at All Sacred Tattoo in Wheatridge Colorado."

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    The Simpsons Family Silhouette Tattoo

    Minimalist family tattoo on ankle symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

    "By Shelby Downey At Sheknows Ink, South Africa."

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    Sister And Mom Matching Rosemary From Our Family Garden

    Three forearms displaying matching family tattoos symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

    "Maddie Doute from Artfuel, Wilmington, NC."

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    #79

    Samurai Frog With My Family Name “Pang” Tattoo

    Frog tattoo design on upper arm symbolizing family bonds.

    "By Hodu in Vegas."

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    The Creation Of Adam With My Mother And I's Hands Tattoo

    Minimalist family tattoo depicting two hands holding, symbolizing strong unbreakable bonds on a person's forearm.

    "By Quan at Blue Crab Tattoo - Frederick, MD."

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    Family Matching Tattoo

    Mother and son showcasing matching arrow tattoos symbolizing family bonds.

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    Cute Family Tattoo

    Colorful origami bird tattoo symbolizing family bonds on shoulder.

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    Family Tattoo

    Family tattoo of a child and adult walking, symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    Cute Family Tattoo

    Minimalist family tattoo symbolizing unbreakable bonds on a forearm.

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    Baby Family Tattoo

    Tattoo of a baby with the name "Leo" symbolizing family bonds, inked on an arm.

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    Orca Family Tattoo

    Floral orca family tattoo design on forearm, symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    Family Dancing Line Tattoo

    Minimalist family tattoo design with flowers and stars symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

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    Mother And Daughter Tattoo

    Family tattoo depicting two smiling children and a baby on an arm, symbolizing unbreakable bonds.

    "By Jackie at Cresson Street Tattoo in Philadelphia."

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    Matching Arrows That Line Up Tattoo

    Minimalistic family tattoo with arrow design symbolizing unbreakable bonds on intertwined fingers.

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    Fire, Air, Water, And Earth (Me) Sibling Tattoo

    Triangle family tattoos on four people, symbolizing unbreakable bonds with minimalist designs.

    Paul Le Art Tattoo Studio in Houston, TX.

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    Dogs Family Arm Tatoo

    Tattoo of dogs and flowers on forearm symbolizing family bonds.

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    God Of War Inspired Family Tattoo

    Arm tattoo in runic script symbolizing family bonds.

    "My first tattoo, inspired by "God of war." Text says "Family means everything" with parents and siblings names surrounding my arm. Done in InkDonkey, Tel-Aviv, IL."

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    My Sister, Little Brother And I Got Our Family Tattoo Today!

    Three arms with geometric family tattoos, symbolizing unbreakable bonds, in black ink on inner arms.

    "By Tim at Passion Ink NL."

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    Apollo, Plants, Family In Hebrew, Binary Codes And Fibonacci Spiral Tattoo

    Black and gray tattoo of a classical statue with geometric lines, symbolizing unbreakable bonds on an upper arm.

    "By Fernando Unda, at Iron Ink in CPH, Denmark."

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    My "Family Portrait" Tattoo

    Tattoo of a cat and dog symbolizing family bonds on a person's arm, surrounded by floral elements.

    "Haley at Ihearttattoo in Columbus, OH."

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    Family Portrait Of Wood Grain-Style Bears Tattoo

    Four animal faces tattooed on side rib symbolize family bonds.

    "By Janine at Painted Lotus Studio, Victoria, BC."

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    Pulsar Map & Family Constellations Tattoo

    Geometric design tattoo on forearm symbolizing family bonds.

    "Done by Dixie at Studio VII in Wilmington NC."

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    Family Kanji Tattoo

    Family tattoo with bold black calligraphy and red swirls on forearm.

    "By Luiz Paulo Mrozkowski From Kairós Studio. (Cuiabá-Mt, Brazil)."

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    Memorial For My Grandparents, Their Family Boat "Libra" Tattoo

    Sailboat family tattoo with flowers symbolizing unbreakable bonds, alongside a vintage sailboat photo.

    " Done by Eric "Spicoli" Cameron at High Street Tattoo, Columbus OH."

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