Hand tattoos are for people who want to make a bold statement. Hand tattoos attract more attention than any of the other tattoos you can get, except for maybe a face tattoo. Most often, hand tattoos have Gothic or spiritual designs. You must have a motivation or an inspiration for your hand tattoo before you decide taking one. Let’s take a look at some of the best hand tattoos to inspire you in hopefully getting a hand tattoo for yourself!
Small Hand Tattoos for Men and Women
1. Hand Tattoos For Men
Scorpion tattoos symbolize power.
2. Hand Tattoos Designs
What a cute lemon tattoo!
3. Hand Tattoos with Meaning
A simple and unusual tattoo. I love the placement of this safety pin tattoo since it follows the shape of the hand.
4. Bow Hand Tattoos
A colorful bow hand tattoo can definitely make a statement.
5. Hand Flower Tattoos
A small flower design on the hand looks so cute, sweet, fresh and very feminine. As much as possible keep the design simple.
6. Hand Tattoos For Women
Heart tattoo symbolizes love. Show off your romantic side by getting a heart tattoo.
7. Skull and Crown Tattoos
The crown and skull tattoo symbolizes good luck.
8. Cross Tattoo
Cross tattoos are very symbolic. It can also look striking when combined with other designs.
9. Hand Tattoos Ideas
Small tattoos are preferred by women who do not want to have a huge artwork on their bodies.
10. Flower Tattoos
Flower tattoos don’t have to be big. A small simple flower can look unique and cute.
11. Hand Compass Tattoos
This is an awesome compass tattoo with feathers.
12. Tattoos Of Stars
Star tattoos look cool and nice. It’s also the best preference for your first tattoo.
13. Amazing Tattoos Designs
This design also looks great on foot.
14. Beautiful Bird Tattoos Designs
Most people would like to have bird hand tattoos since birds are considered as beautiful creatures.
15. Hand Star Tattoos
Star tattoos can be placed in any part of the body such as the neck, finger, back, chest, leg and hands.
16. Flower Hand Tattoos
This is an awesome tattoo of a red flower with tribal vines.
17. Hand Tattoos Designs For Men
Crown tattoos have various meanings but the most common one is royalty.
18. Hand Tattoos For Men
If you are not ready to get a sleeve tattoo then why don’t you try having a fascinating little piece on your hand.
19. Small Hand Tattoos For Men
Panda is one of the most popular animals. That’s why having a panda tattoo is starting to become very popular also. Support the World Wildlife Fun by wearing a panda logo on your hand.
20. Hand Tattoos For Men Design
Anchor tattoos are usually associated with ships and the sea. For Christians, it symbolizes strength and stability.
21. Cool Hand Tattoos For Men
This is a beautiful pirate ship tattoo on the right hand.
22. Hand Tattoos For Women Gallery
Most women prefer small hand tattoos since it will not cause any trouble in their job.
23. Amazing Tattoos for Men
Small tattoos are generally inconspicuous and made of black ink.
24. Tiny Tattoos for Men
Tribal tattoos can also look great on foot.
25. Star Tattoos Men
If you want to have sparkling tattoos then get these shooting black stars on your hand.
26. Unique Hand Tattoo
This is a nice heavenly tattoo of a black crescent combined with sun rays.
27. Cool Hand Tattoos
Sometimes a cross tattoo can look cool when combined with other designs.
28. Unique Hand Tattoos
Paw print tattoos look so simple yet they have deep meanings. They also look elegant especially when placed on the hand.
29. Small Hand Tattoos
There are different types of cross tattoo designs such as Irish, Catholic, and Celtic.
30. Small Hand Tattoos For Girls
When flowers are being associated with vines, the beauty of the tattoo will be enhanced.
31. Eye Catching Hand Tattoo
A tree tattoo on the hand is quite eye catching.
32. Small Hand Tattoos For Women
A pentagram tattoo is usually related to Wicca, a pagan religion.
33. Tiny Tattoos
There are so many choices when it comes to bow tattoos. You are free to create your own unique design.
34. Small Quote Tattoos
Tale as old as time.
35. Sun and Moon Hand Tattoos
The sun and moon tattoo is very popular all over the world. The sun gives light during the day while the moon gives light during the night.
36. Deer Hand Tattoos
Deer tattoos may not symbolize strength yet it represents kindness and gentleness.
37. Octopus Hand Tattoo
Octopus tattoo is very popular among the aquatic animals tattoo.
38. Spider Hand Tattoo
Spider tattoos have different variations which can be worn by men and women.
39. Sun Tattoos on Hand
Sun tattoos are very significant in our lives because it is the ultimate source of energy.
40. Awesome Octopus Tattoo Design
Octopus tattoos have a variety of designs and it can also be placed in any part of the body.
41. Cool Hand Tattoo For Guys
Butterfly tattoos can either be big or small. The big ones can be placed on the back, chest and arms. The small ones can be placed on the ankles, neck and hands. Are you wondering why the butterfly is upside down? Maybe because its wings wouldn’t fit.
42. Deer Tattoos
Deer tattoos are a representation of being soft and humble.
43. Hand Tattoo with Meaning
Bird tattoos can represent a wide array of moods and emotions.
44. Skull Butterfly Tattoos
Skulls on a butterfly? Nevertheless, it’s kinda cool. Looks like an optical illusion.
45. Hand Tattoo
Small hand tattoos usually have simple designs.
46. Small Animal Tattoos on Hand
Small animal tattoos can also look good on the forearm and the neck.
47. Taco Tattoos
In order to design a unique tattoo, you should have a lot of skills and creativity.
48. Stabbing Through Hands Tattoo
Unique tattoos can come from different people all around the world. Sometimes it is inspired by their ideologies in life.
49. Dragon Hand Tattoo
This is a black dragon tattoo that emits fire from the mouth.
50. Paw Print Tattoo
If you have a pet then get a paw print tattoo with its name on it.
51. Hand Dragon Tattoo
This red dragon tattoo is done in tribal style.
52. Small Matching Hand Tattoo
This cute devil and angel tattoo is done in a doodle style.
53. Skull Tattoos On Hands
This is a creative mouthless pink skull tattoo with cross bones.
54. Tattoos On Hands And Fingers
The sea horse tattoo looks so cool on the edge of the hand.
55. Colorful Tattoo On Hands
Swallow tattoos represent happiness and peace.
56. Creepy Tattoos On Hands
Are you afraid of cockroaches?
57. Amazing Tattoo on Hands
A sparrow tattoo and twin hearts tattoo.
58. Traditional Canadian Tattoo
This tattoo is a representation of aboriginal ancestry.
59. Tribal Tattoos On Hands
Most tribal tattoo designs are in black.
60. Pirate Skull Tattoo
Black bones and a pirate’s skull tattoo with a “pie” symbol on one eye.
61. Red Flowers Tattoo
Red flowers combined with tribal vines.
62. Hand Tattoo Ideas
Tribal tattoos are mostly popular with men.
63. Hand Tattoo Ideas For Men
Humans skulls are not only popular in paintings but they are also the favorite subject of tattoos.
64. Superb Hand Tattoos
A smiley face tattoo and a peace symbol tattoo.
65. Music Tattoo Ideas
This small tattoo design shows his/her love for music or musical instruments.
66. Chinese Tattoo Ideas
Chinese tattoos are beautiful and exotic.
67. Matching Anchor Tattoos
Anchor tattoos for couples.
68. Small Anchor Tattoo
Anchor tattoos are popular among sailors since it represents their love for the sea.
69. Small Arrow Tattoo
Arrow tattoo designs are simply fabulous, regardless if it is big or small.
70. Sparrow Tattoo
This is a classic tattoo which looks lovely on the hand.
71. Hand Tattoo Designs
This is probably one of the most creative and unique bird tattoos ever. So cool!
72. Hand Tattoo Designs For Women
This is a very nice compass tattoo combined with a fleur de lis.
73. Hand Tattoo Ganesha
It has a perfect placement on the hand. I really love its intricate details.
74. Popular Hand Tattoos
Huge tribal tattoos can be placed on the chest and back while small tribal tattoos are perfect on hands and feet.
75. Finger Tattoo Designs
This is a lovely ship tattoo in black ink.
76. Hand Tattoo Designs Tribal
An excellent tribal tattoo design for the hand.
77. Frog Hand Tattoo
A frog tattoo on the hand is very unusual.
78. Unique Tribal Tattoo
Wavy tribal tattoo designs are perfect for men.
79. Crescent Moon Tattoo
A crescent moon tattoo can also be accompanied by stars.
80. Women Hand Tattoos
Arrow tattoos are highly attractive and very popular among men and women.
81. Butterfly Hand Tattoo
Butterfly tattoos are cute, simple and meaningful.
82. Small Flower Tattoo
This is the best tattoo design for women who do not want to cover up their whole hand.
83. Small Bow Tattoo
The placement of this bow tattoo is just perfect!
84. Tiny Paw Print Tattoo
Paw print tattoos are dedicated to your pets.
85. Cute Tattoo Drawing
Most people usually choose small tattoos because they are adorable, cute and elegant.
86. Alluring Heart Tattoo
Tattoo artists are greatly inspired by the alluring arched shape of the heart.
87. Stylish Hand Tattoo
Fight to Live.
88. Tiny Daisy Tattoo
A daisy tattoo symbolizes simplicity and love of nature.
89. Ax Hand Tattoo
This tattoo can be inked behind the ear or on a small area of the hand.
90. Small Bat Tattoo
Small tattoos can be a simple phrase, word or drawing.
91. Small Animal Tattoo
Tiger tattoos have a ferocious face which shows power.
92. Symbolic Tattoo
Choose a symbolic tattoo which has an important meaning to you.
93. Small Tattoo Ideas For Men Horseshoe
Wearing horseshoe tattoo can bring you good luck.
94. Best Hands Tattoo Design
Cross tattoo shows your devotion to Christianity.
95. Colorful Butterfly Tattoo
Most women opt for butterfly tattoos because of its cute shape and symbolic meaning.
96. Camera Tattoo On Hand
“Say Cheese”
97. Small Black Tattoo
Small tattoos are the popular choice of first-timers.
98. Star Tattoo On Hand
Star tattoos can be done in traditional black color or in a variety of colors.
99. Cute Small Tattoos On Hand
“C’est la vie.” A French phrase which means “That’s life.”
100. Beautiful Tribal Tattoo
Tribal tattoos are a fascinating way of expressing artistic design.
Hand Tattoo FAQ
Getting a meaningful tattoo is a great way to commemorate a significant event in your life. These tattoos last forever, so you will always be carrying around the meaningful tattoo with you. If you are considering getting a tattoo, we want to help with any questions you may have. Here is a list of our most commonly asked questions:
How can I protect a hand tattoo?
There are many ways to protect a hand tattoo. First off, you want to be sure you are keeping the area moisturized. Using a good, non-scented lotion on your hands daily is a wonderful way to do this. You should also protect the tattoo against harmful sun rays by using a lotion with SPF in it or sunscreen lotion.
Is getting a hand tattoo a good idea?
This all depends on your walk of life and the career you have. If you want a hand tattoo and you think it will look good, it is a great idea! Just keep in mind that this is a permanent body modification, so be mindful and think about it in great depth.
How much do hand tattoos cost?
The price figure for each hand tattoo depends on a variety of factors. Some of these include size, number of colors, and how much experience your tattoo artist has. Generally speaking, a good hand tattoo can cost anywhere from $200-$300.
Getting your First Hand Tattoo
I hope that you are inspired by these small hand tattoos for men and women. Hand tattoos have become a popular trend nowadays and more people are getting comfortable with it. Either way, we always advise you to try-on your hand tattoo first, to understand and feel exactly where you should position your hand tattoo, what colors you like with your skin and of course what tattoo design to get. This is why we partnered with the biggest temporary tattoo company out there to get you safe and solid designs to test your new hand tattoo first. Click below to find more information and get started!
Most hand tattoos are made up of matching tattoos and tattoos with a certain meaning, otherwise, you wouldn’t immediately get one on your hand. Do you have a creative and inspiration hand tattoo? If so then please feel free to share it on facebook or in the comments below.
Hey readers! I’m Jeffrey and your tattoo artist of the day;) I have been drawing and painting my whole life, and after graduating high school I decided it was time for a bigger challenge and I started drawing on people. I’m so fortunate I got to express my creativity through my body art and even more so to share my passion with my now wife Emilie. She started working with me in my tattoo shop as a piercer and I started writing about and photographing, my creations on this blog. I love to hear from you and hope you enjoy our work together!