Moon Tattoo Ideas

A moon tattoo is symbolic of celestial power, light in the darkness and prosperity. The moon's phase within the design is important, a full moon directly above brings high tide and good harvest. Body art featuring a waning moon or half moon suggest a calming influence.

The moon is often a secondary design feature used to enhance the primary subject of a tattoo, such as with a wolf, stars or clouds. The moon's phase also relates to time so tattoos with clock symbols are fairly common.

What is the meaning of a crescent moon tattoo?

In Hinduism, Lord Shiva wears a crescent moon on his head symbolic of his mastery of time. As depicted in the crescent moon tattoo, it is the astrological symbol for the Moon, silver and prosperity. Additionally, the crescent moon is an emblem of Artemis and can represent virginity.

Simple Moon Tattoos

Choose to show your image with this attractive simple art.

Small Moon Tattoos

Choose to show an inspired fantasy while looking at this symbolic small stick and poke.

Crescent Moon Tattoos

Influence your fantasy by considering this unique crescent beauty.

What does half moon with star mean?

A half moon with star tattoo is symbolic of night and day, of sun and moon. Alternatively, the moon can represent the mother and the star(s) her children. In each variation, the half moon and star tattoo means hope, a common trait of light.

What is a 3 moon tattoo?

The three moons in a three moon tattoo represent the Maiden, the Mother, and the Crone, each symbolic of a different stage in a woman's life. Alternatively, each moon represents a goddess in Wiccan lore.