Tattoos have been traditionally associated with criminals and sailors. An amalgamation of both i.e. the pirates, the sea criminals who looted other ships and lived life on their own terms, are also a famous tattoo design. Pirate tattoos symbolize free spirit and strong will. They represent the fearless attitude of the marauders and are carved in various shades and images. The most popular among them is the pirate ship. The official carrier of the criminals is painted mostly with the jolly Roger. Jolley Roger refers to the flag of the pirates.
Other images include the sea birds and animals along with other things associated with the sea life. The pin up wench or the consort of the pirates is also a hit with the pirate tattoo lovers. Her sexy and saucy avatar is quite charming and liked by people a lot. Apart from this, the famous movie “Pirates of the Caribbean“, based on the life of the pirates has a huge lot of admirers.
Here we have compiled 30 pirate tattoos that reflect the hardy and intriguing life of pirates.
Take a look and you are sure to be mesmerized by the badass pirates.
If you like this article, you might be interested in some of our other articles on Outlaw Tattoos, Russian Prison Tattoos, Gang Tattoos and Prison Tattoos.
Skeleton Pirate
The skeleton with a danger symbol on its head-gear, carved on chesta and reaching up to abdomen, has a creepy look.
Funny Pirate Tattoo
The jolly roger symbol, carved on the back, in the center, looks cute and comic.
Danger is Here
The pirate flag was a warning to the sailors that they would not be shown any mercy and therefore should surrender without resistance.
Pirate Rib Tattoo
Traditional black and grey pirate tattoo with the face of a woman is attention grabbing.
Night Pirates
The grim reaper face and the burning torches point to the cruel sea raiders who attack at night.
Throat Pirate Ship Tattoo
The very sight of the pirate ship would send shivers down the throat of the sailors and passengers, which is symbolized here.
Leg Tattoo
Red pirate ship with a sky blue flag and the face of a wench looks catchy.
Pirates Of The Caribbean
Full back design inspired from the famous movie with the portrait of Johnny Depp makes for a magnificent tattoo piece.
Funny Pirate Tattoo
The jolly Roger symbol, carved on the back, in the center, looks cute and comic.
Live Forever
The pirate flag symbol with a liner meaning “live forever” indicates the tough and never-dying spirit of the pirates.
Sexy Woman Pirate
The pirates often had women consorts with them who accompanied them on their ships.
Pirate Fish Tattoo
The scaly fish with its face shaped as a pirate, carved on the inside of the forearm, looks cool.
Colorful Shoulder Tattoo
This pirate tattoo piece showing a lighthouse, palm trees and a laughing skull looks vibrant and bright.
Dolphin Pirate tattoo
Innovative and cute, this imaginative piece indicates the slow extinction of pirates just like the endangered dolphin.
Leg Pirate Tattoo
A single tiny skull and a trail of three skulls on both legs together look attractive.
Laughing Marauder
This colorful and cunning pirate wielding a sword and sickle looks scary as well as comic.
Pirate Owl
Wearing an eye patch and holding a sword in its hand, the colorful owl looks charming.
Elegant Pirate Tattoo
This shoulder piece with a skull and roses surrounded by the beautiful vine embroidery has an aesthetic look.
Pirate Pinup Wench
The sexy and saucy pin-up wench with a sword in her hand and a skull-cap is bold and brash.
Murderous Pirate
The laughing pirate represented as a skull has evil intentions and will not spare anyone.
Saucy And Bold
This woman pirate is very dangerous as she knows how to use a gun as well as sword.
Majestic Pirate Tattoo
The furious sea breeze and the laughing pirate with his hair flowing in the air looks awesome.
Killer Voyage
The frightening pirate ship is moving on the waves in search of its next victim.
Portrait Pirate Tattoo
Jack Sparrow, the main protagonist of the famous movie “Pirates Of The Caribbean”, carved on shoulder.
Model Pirate Girl
The hot pin up wench, carved on the back of the leg, looks like a fashion model.
Awesome Pirate Tattoo
The pirate with a crow on its back symbolizes evil and bad omen but has a badass look.
Back Tattoo
The stormy weather and the
Dangerous Pirate Ship
A black and grey pirate ship with the Jolley Roger carved on the front of the leg.
Bravehearts
The pirate ship, sailing on the stormy waves, presents an exciting sight and symbolizes valour.
Courage And Strength
The cute pirate girl holding a flag in her hands and an eye covered with a patch gives a strong message.
Strawhat Pirate Skull
Pirate logo from the Anime series “One Piece”, carved on leg that looks bright and catchy.
johnny depp-jack sparrow ones are just amazing!!!but all of them are beautiful…
The pirate tattoos have always fascinated me. Thanks for sharing this great collection.
These are very cool pirate tattoo collection. Most of the designs here are looking good. ^^
I have Blackbeard with his brace of pistols on my left shoulder that was done freehand. It was done by “Russ” at Private Ink in Dayton,Ohio. I wish I could post a pic of it.; its pretty awesome.