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Top 50+ Best Moon and Stars Tattoo Ideas – [2022 Inspiration Guide]

Top 50+ Best Moon and Stars Tattoo Ideas – [2022 Inspiration Guide]

  • Next Luxury / Tattoo Ideas
  • by — Jono Elderton

The reverence, mythology, and superstition tied to the moon and stars are central to every society, which is the reason they’re so popular as tattoo themes worldwide.

Feminine to the sun’s masculine, the moon’s lunar traits represent opposing but complementary forces. Solar traits are forceful, radiating their own light. The moon is receptive, aided by the shimmering of her children, the stars, which fill the sky.

Whether small or large, simple or intricate, amazing options abound and stylistically your choices are almost unlimited. The moon can be as easy as a small crescent tattoo with asterisk stars or be caught in solar system ink accompanied by geometry, shade, and shadow.

Explore the ink of night with the Top 50+ Best Moon and Stars tattoos. Discover different design ideas and ink inspiration from the sky that are as old as humanity can remember.

 

1. Moon and Stars Tattoo Ideas for the Ankle and Lower Leg

Moon and Stars Ankle Tattoo birthmarkinked

Source: @birthmarkinked via Instagram

Moon and Stars Ankle Tattoo kassymaytattoos

Source: @kassymaytattoos via Instagram

Moon and Stars Ankle Tattoo marypaintattoist

Source: @marypaintattoist via Instagram

Moon and Stars Ankle Tattoo spellbound_tattoo

Source: @spellbound_tattoo via Instagram

Moon and Stars Tribal Tattoo lewcid_ink

Source: @lewcid_ink via Instagram

2. Moon and Stars Arm Tattoo Designs

Moon and Stars Arm Tattoo caitfm

Source: @caitfm via Instagram

Moon and Stars Arm Tattoo galatee.tattoo

Source: @galatee.tattoo via Instagram

Moon and Stars Arm Tattoo indigoforevertattoos

Source: @indigoforevertattoos via Instagram

Moon and Stars Arm Tattoo lavender.tattoos

Source: @lavender.tattoos via Instagram

Moon and Stars Arm Tattoo tee.tee_3

Source: @tee.tee_3 via Instagram

Moon and Stars Arm Tattoo the_secret_parlor

Source: @the_secret_parlor via Instagram
Source: @coco.guerrero via Instagram

Moon and Stars Arm Tattoo vannahtattoos

Source: @vannahtattoos via Instagram

Moon and Stars Tribal Tattoo missreichlee

Source: @missreichlee via Instagram

3. Moon and Stars Tattoos for the Back and Neck

Moon and Stars Back Tattoo davidvillaco

Source: @davidvillaco via Instagram

Moon and Stars Back Tattoo kevtattoos54

Source: @kevtattoos54 via Instagram

Moon and Stars Back Tattoo mr.inkwells

Source: @mr.inkwells via Instagram

Moon and Stars Back Tattoo mroktattoo

Source: @mroktattoo via Instagram

Moon and Stars Back Tattoo nikastattooartistry

Source: @nikastattooartistry via Instagram

Moon and Stars Back Tattoo sabinktattoo

Source: @sabinktattoo via Instagram

Moon and Stars Back Tattoo silveria_silverhawk

Source: @silveria_silverhawk via Instagram

4. Mandala Style Moon and Stars Tattoo Ideas

Moon and Stars Mandala Tattoo cristal.tattoos

Source: @cristal.tattoos via Instagram

Moon and Stars Mandala Tattoo emmaridleytattoo

Source: @emmaridleytattoo via Instagram

Moon and Stars Mandala Tattoo isabeau_tattoo

Source: @isabeau_tattoo via Instagram

Moon and Stars Mandala Tattoo kimmage85

Source: @kimmage85 via Instagram

Moon and Stars Mandala Tattoo needle.mistress

Source: @needle.mistress via Instagram

Moon and Stars Mandala Tattoo romanordtattoo

Source: @romanordtattoo via Instagram

5. Shoulder Moon and Stars Tattoo Art

Moon and Stars Shoulder Tattoo kaixinkx

Source: @kaixinkx via Instagram

Moon and Stars Shoulder Tattoo mckeelin

Source: @mckeelin via Instagram

Moon and Stars Shoulder Tattoo silkfoxtattoo

Source: @silkfoxtattoo via Instagram

Moon and Stars Shoulder Tattoo vansrtattoo

Source: @vansrtattoo via Instagram

6. Simple Moon and Stars Tattoos

Simple Moon and Stars Tattoo sammansbridge

Source: @sammansbridge via Instagram

Simple Moon and Stars Tattoo sjeli.luna

Source: @sjeli.luna_ via Instagram

Simple Moon and Stars Tattoo tinta_machete

Source: @tinta_machete via Instagram

Simple Moon and Stars Tattoo tobysicks

Source: @tobysicks via Instagram

7. Small Moon and Stars Tattoo Ideas

Small Moon and Stars Tattoo 5sonink

Source: @5sonink via Instagram

Small Moon and Stars Tattoo calaiaink

Source: @calaiaink via Instagram

Small Moon and Stars Tattoo chabelozipper

Source: @chabelozipper via Instagram

Small Moon and Stars Tattoo gotadeluz.tattoo art

Source: @gotadeluz.tattoo.art via Instagram

Small Moon and Stars Tattoo indomitatattoo

Source: @indomitatattoo via Instagram

Small Moon and Stars Tattoo mr.jones.tattoo

Source: @mr.jones_.tattoo via Instagram

Small Moon and Stars Tattoo sharronarama

Source: @sharronarama via Instagram

Small Moon and Stars Tattoo stick_n_poke_artist

Source: @stick_n_poke_artist via Instagram

Small Moon and Stars Tattoo studiocicatrice

Source: @studiocicatrice via Instagram

Moon and Stars Tribal Tattoo k_i_k_a

Source: @k_i_k_a via Instagram

8. Moon and Stars Wrist Tattoo Designs

Moon and Stars Wrist Tattoo flare_ink

Source: @flare_ink via Instagram

Moon and Stars Wrist Tattoo labebagamer

Source: @labebagamer via Instagram

Moon and Stars Wrist Tattoo priscillaashleigh

Source: @priscillaashleigh via Instagram

Moon and Stars Wrist Tattoo studio69tattoo

Source: @studio69tattoo via Instagram

Moon and Stars Wrist Tattoo studiocicatrice

Source: @studiocicatrice via Instagram

Moon and Stars Wrist Tattoo zodi_art

Source: @zodi_art via Instagram

 

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Moon and Stars Tattoo FAQs

What is the symbolism of moon and stars tattoos?

There are many family connotations between the moon and stars, with the moon seen as the mother figure and all the stars her children.

Other types of these tattoos represent the cyclical nature of life and positivity associated with new beginnings, while there are a few more now linked to the religion of Islam.

For others, they dig the night time, astronomy, signs of the Zodiac, or want to incorporate the night sky into wider imagery.

What does the moon and star symbol mean in religious tattoos?

Since the mid 20th century a crescent moon and star tattoo symbol can be representative as a symbol of Islam or the Muslim community, much like the cross is recognizable for Christianity

While the Muslim faith isn’t a traditionally tattoo-friendly religion, the rise of more secular societies and globalization means these types of religious tattoos are on the rise.

What does a star tattoo symbolize?

Simple star tattoos are some of the most flexible and enduring tattoo designs known in the tattooing world.

Some just want to decorate their body in an un-intimidating way, and a star is a relatively fashionable choice for that.

Stars can also symbolize guidance or goals, as marks of important events, or a fun design for lovers of astronomy.

What does a moon tattoo symbolize? 

Traditionally, a moon tattoo idea symbolizes motherhood, femininity and fertility. She also has a long and storied association with the occult.

A moon tattoo design can also symbolize the cyclical. Be it the waxing and waning of the tides, the monthly transition from new moon to full moon, or even the menstrual cycle.

What type of moon and stars tattoo should I get?

Because of the power inherent in these symbols – going back to ancient times there have been tattoo interpretations of the moon goddess and her stars – they scale up and down.

For a lot of people aesthetics are the top value, whether it’s a minimalist tattoo on the wrist, an entire half-moon and stars shoulder tattoo, or toned down but highly detailed tattoo options.

Jono Elderton

Writer

Jono writes about booze and tattoos for Next Luxury, having spent nearly two decades experiencing both in a variety of situations around the globe.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) from the University of Canberra and a Graduate Diploma of Professional Writing from Deakin University.

Jono writes about booze and tattoos for Next Luxury, having spent nearly two decades experiencing both in a variety of situations around the globe.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) from the University of Canberra and a Graduate Diploma of Professional Writing from Deakin University.

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