100+ Amazing Butterfly Tattoo Designs

Butterfly tattoos are a popular choice for many people looking to get inked. These beautiful creatures have been associated with transformation, freedom, and joy since ancient times. Not only are they aesthetically pleasing but they also carry significant meaning that can be deeply personal to the wearer.

What are the butterfly tattoos about?

Butterfly tattoos are a type of tattoo that features the image of a butterfly. They can be done in a variety of styles and with a variety of meanings, ranging from transformation and change and positive. These tattoos have been popular for centuries and are specifically popular among women with their adorable shape, colorful wings, and symbolic meanings. But what do they really mean?

Meaning and Symbolism of the Tattoos

Transformation and freedom

A butterfly goes through four distinct stages during its lifespan: egg, larva, pupa, and adult. Each stage is integral to the development of a healthy butterfly from an egg laid by an adult female to a fully formed insect ready for flight!

During each phase, butterflies encounter numerous challenges such as predators looking for easy meals. If everything goes well, these amazing creatures will have made it through changes caused by both natural forces, like weather, and human actions, like the destruction of habitats due to urbanization, etc. The transformation of the butterfly is one of nature’s most beautiful and inspiring displays. We may not always understand why certain things happen in life, but we can take solace knowing there’s beauty found within them—just like how the majestic monarch butterfly has succeeded despite uncertainly & change.

Butterfly tattoos are versatile in their design and can be used to represent many different things. From religious symbolism to personal growth, the meaning behind these delicate creatures has been long-celebrated throughout history.

Religious implications

In ancient Greek mythology, butterflies were seen as symbols of the soul due to their ability to transform from caterpillars into beautiful flying insects. This idea was also shared by other cultures such as Native Americans who believed that butterflies represented rebirth after death or major life changes like marriage or graduation from school. In Christianity too they were seen as representations of resurrection since Jesus rose again three days after his death on the cross just like how a butterfly emerges out of its cocoon alive and transformed once it’s gone through metamorphosis process.

Symbolism for inner strength

Butterfly can also be symbolic for inner strength – much like how a caterpillar must push itself outwards in order to become something new so do we when we’re going through difficult times in our lives; this makes them perfect reminders that no matter what happens you will come out stronger than ever before! They may also represent courage because despite being small creatures they often travel great distances which takes lots bravery even though danger lurks around every corner during migration season. Lastly some people might choose these designs simply because they find them aesthetically pleasing – there’s no wrong reason why someone should get one if that’s what speaks most deeply within themselves!

Variety of butterfly tattoo design Ideas

Butterfly Tattoo could be inked on different parts of the body – neck, back, shoulder, foot, etc. Please enjoy the collection of 100+ amazing designs. Let us know which one you like in the comment.

A tattoo of five butterflies spanning the woman's back.

Five butterflies spanning on the back of a woman

A tattoo of five butterflies on a woman’s back is usually a sign of change, freedom, and happiness. The butterflies represent freedom, joy, and a sense of being connected to something bigger than oneself. They show how the woman changes into something beautiful and powerful.

a tattoo of Butterflies and leaves on the back

Butterflies and leaves

3D butterflies tattoo on the neck

Artistic 3D butterfly on the neck

Wonder of music notes and butterflies

A realistic tattoo depicting a butterfly landing on the neck

A butterfly landing on the neck

Colorful Geometric Butterfly

Colorful butterfly by 3D cubes

Symmetric butterflies tattoo in tribal style for women

Symmetric butterflies tattoo in tribal style

Watercolor butterfly back tattoo

A sleeve tattoo of two black butterflies landing on a daisy.

Two black butterflies landing on a daisy

a tattoo of a purple butterfly that inspires imagination.

A purple butterfly that inspires imagination

 Butterfly and flower sleeve tattoo for women

Butterfly and flower sleeve tattoo for women

Crescent mandala symmetry butterfly tattoo on the neck

Dotwork – Crescent mandala symmetry butterfly

Amazing mandala lace tattoo resembling a butterfly on the back

Amazing mandala lace resembling a butterfly

Two names tattooed on the forearm in butterflies in watercolor style

Two names tattooed on the forearm in butterflies

Typically, this piece represents the strong bond between two loved ones. The watercolor butterflies add a touch of femininity and elegance to the tattoo, highlighting the connection between the two people. The tattoo expresses affection and appreciation for their unique relationship.

Watercolor butterfly sleeve tattoo

A tattoo of two names and two butterflies in watercolor style

Two names and two butterflies in watercolor style

A tattoo of Watercolor style depiction of a butterfly landing on a tree

Watercolor style depiction of a butterfly landing on a tree

A tattoo of Minimalist galaxy within a butterfly on the back

Minimalist galaxy within a butterfly on the back

butterfly butterfly illustration tattoo with see-through wings

Butterfly illustration with see-through wings

Ink of a butterfly and rose with vibrant colors

Butterfly and rose with vibrant colors

A realistic 3D butterfly tattooed on the hand

A realistic butterfly on the hand

Two realistic butterflies tattooed on the foot

Two realistic butterflies tattooed on the foot

An ear tattoo of Realistic butterfly and star tassel

Realistic butterfly and star tassel behind the ear

A vivid butterfly tattoo with initials on the ankle

A vivid butterfly tattoo with initials on the ankle

The process of ink a 3D butterfly on the arm

The process of ink a 3D butterfly on the arm

Two vivid butterfly tattoos look good on men

Vivid butterfly tattoos can look good on men

butterfly tattoo of Let a butterfly move the orbit of the planet

Let a butterfly move the orbit of the planet

A butterfly tattoo with Black and white brush stroke Vector Art

Black and white brush stroke Vector Art

butterfly tattoo of Whimsical hourglass surrounded by three butterflies

Whimsical hourglass surrounded by three butterflies

a single butterfly as broad as the inner elbow

A single butterfly as broad as the inner elbow

butterfly tattoo of Gorgeous design of a single butterfly on the shoulder

Gorgeous design of a single butterfly on the shoulder

butterfly tattoo of A tattoo of a vibrant butterfly with tassels on the shoulder

A tattoo of a vibrant butterfly with tassels on the shoulder

The lively design conveys a feeling of beauty, freedom and optimism. It symbolizes the idea of transformation and a new beginning, as butterflies often represent change and growth. Additionally, the tassels add a touch of vibrancy and playfulness to the design, giving it an air of whimsy and joy.

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butterfly tattoo of Vivid illustration from moth to butterfly

Vivid illustration from moth to butterfly

Elegant ink of skull and butterflies

Elegant ink of skull and butterflies

A black and white butterfly covered by alyer of glue

A black and white butterfly covered by alyer of glue

Butterfly tattoo of Old school style

Butterfly tattoo of Old school style

Fantastic back tattoo of golden street light surrounded by vivid butterflies

Fantastic design of golden street light with vivid butterflies around it

A watercolor tattoo of a large butterfly on the wrist

Colorful butterfly on the wrist

Watercolor ink of butterfly

A tattoo of a single butterfly watercolor design

Single butterfly watercolor design

Watercolor puzzle butterfly side tattoo

An intricate tattoo of a hand reaching out to catch a butterfly.

An intricate tattoo of a hand reaching out to catch a butterfly.

a tattoo of Balloon propelled by the wings of butterflies on the back

Balloon propelled by the wings of butterflies

A thigh tattoo featuring a butterfly and a large rose surrounded by a mandala pattern

Stout rose and butterfly surrounded by a mandala pattern

The vibrant colors in the pattern bring life to the scene, while the intricate details add depth and complexity; this combination creates an atmosphere that encourages contemplation on matters both spiritual and mundane alike. Moreover, the presence of the rose symbolizes strength, courage, and passion, while its companion butterfly stands for freedom from fear or worry as it flutters gracefully around it in circles. Ultimately, together they create a powerful message about embracing all aspects of life with joyfulness, despite any hardships encountered along our journey through this world we call home.

A tattoo of Scripts surrounded by three butterflies on the back of a woman

Scripts surrounded by three butterflies

Crescent butterfly ink on the shoulder in watercolor style

Crescent butterfly ink on the shoulder

Amazing watercolor butterfly tattoo

A tattoo of two Small butterflies on the back of a woman

Small butterflies ink design

Watercolor depiction of a butterfly

A tattoo of butterflies, birds fly out of trees on arm

A tattoo of butterflies, birds fly out of trees

A tattoo of two butterflies gently landed on the shoulder

Two butterflies gently landed on the shoulder

Butterfly and flower side tattoo

Butterfly and flower side tattoo

Full sleeve watercolor tattoo with a butterfly,flowers and foliage

Full sleeve watercolor ink with butterfly, flowers and foliage

Plant and butterfly tattoo on the forearm

Plant and butterfly tattoo on the forearm

Illustration inspired tattoo on the thigh with a woman portrait and butterflies

Illustration inspired tattoo on the thigh

Whimsical tattoo of a Butterfly and a dead tree

Whimsical tattoo of a Butterfly and a dead tree

Crescent, butterfly and solar system dotwork
Dotwork is a versatile tattoo style that can be used to create beautiful designs with depth and texture. Crescent moon dotworks have been around since ancient times when they were used as symbols of protection by many cultures across the world. Today, these designs remain popular as they represent strength in adversity or new beginnings. When it comes to butterfly dotworks, these delicate creatures often symbolize transformation or freedom from oppressive forces.

Crescent, butterfly and solar system dotwork

Cute symmetric butterfly dotwork on the back of the neck

Cute symmetric butterfly dotwork on the back of the neck

Large tattoo of a butterfly spanning the entire back in black and white style

Large tattoo of a butterfly spanning the entire back

a tattoo of three pretty butterflies on the limb in black and white style

Pretty butterflies on the limb

Dotwork - a single butterfly on the upper arm

Dotwork – a single butterfly on the upper arm

Amazing thigh tattoo with a butterfly and plants

Amazing thigh tattoo with a butterfly and plants

From Caterpillars to butterfly sleeve tattoo

From Caterpillars to butterfly sleeve tattoo

Mandala and butterfly back tattoo

Colorful watercolor butterfly thigh tattoo

Vivid watercolor floral and butterfly tattoo

Vivid watercolor floral and butterfly tattoo

Cute 3D butterfly tattoo on the back

Cute 3D butterfly tattoo on the back

Flower and butterfly tattoo

Ink painting style butterfly shoulder tattoo

Landscape butterfly neck tattoo

Lily and butterfly thigh tattoo

Mandala butterfly back tattoo

Mandala with butterfly full leg tattoo

Rose and butterfly leg tattoo

Skull with butterfly tattoo

Dreaming tattoo with butterfly, trees and scripts

Dreaming tattoo with butterfly, trees and scripts

butterflies and flowers tattoo on wrist

Blue Butterfly flying above the rose flower – perfect tattoo for women

butterflies back tattoo

Two butterflies back tattoo

A tattoo of a blue butterfly approaching flowers in gray and black shade

A blue butterfly approaching flowers in gray and black shade

Low back tattoo of butterflies catching up swirling stars

Low back tattoo of butterflies catching up swirling stars

a back tattoo of Crimson roses surrounded by butterfly lovers

Crimson roses surrounded by butterfly lovers

back tattoo of 3D butterflies with stylish swirls

3D butterflies with stylish swirls

Foot tattoo with a butterfly in 3D effect

Foot tattoo with a butterfly in 3D effect

A large 3D butterfly tattoo on the side

A large 3D butterfly tattoo on the side

A tattoo of Two butterflies flying in a swirling pattern

Two butterflies flying in a swirling pattern

Illustrative butterflies for tattoo designs

Illustrative butterflies for tattoo designs

Rose, Name and Butterfly Tattoo

fashionable flower and butterfly tattoo

Fashionable flower and butterfly tattoo

Stylish butterflies and swirling lines tattoo on the side

Stylish butterflies and swirls tattoo on the side

 Tribal swirls with a Butterfly Tattoo

Tribal swirls with a Butterfly Tattoo

A large Butterfly on the Shoulder

A large Butterfly on the Shoulder

A name between two butterflies tattoo

A name between two butterflies

Ink of flowers butterflies commemorating special date

Ink of flowers butterflies commemorating special date

Illustration of butterfly and flower tattoo

Illustration of butterfly and flower tattoo

butterflies on her stomach by sfantoo

A realistic butterfly landing on the neck

A realistic butterfly landing on the neck

The pair of butterflies is the perfect match on the feet of the woman.

How about three butterflies or four, the butterfly tattoo is still the best choice for the slim arm of woman

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6 Comments

  1. Hi all.

    It never ceases to amaze me how diverse and talented the Tattoo market is. Just looking at the list above is so amazing. The detail is incredible and a real tribute to the designer.

    Great website guys!

  2. Butterfly tattoos are my favorite. I just love small butterfly tattoo designs.. specially on neck.

  3. Those tattoo ideas are amazing! I really enjoy to watch at those tattoo photos, because I want to make one on arm and I’m looking for inspiration, so… thanks! :)

  4. I came across your post as I’ve been looking for some inspiration regarding butterfly tattoos and absolutely love some of these tattoos. Great share and perfect for some great ideas

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