Maori Tattoos Designs, Ideas and Meaning

This tattoo uses blank space to great effect. Create some great designs to accent your biceps. Rush and choose one today if you simply have to have this look!

81 Tribal Maori tattoos For Inspiration

If you’re looking for a tattoo that doesn’t look like the ink everyone else gets, Maori-influenced tattoos might be perfect for you. These designs, born from native New Zealander’s warrior culture, are sure to convey boldness and ferocity. We love these 81 tribal Maori tattoos; look through this gallery and see if you get inspired! We’re sure these looks will inspire you to choose one today! Why not take a look!! So take a look and choose one that will accent the masculinity and warrior in you.

1. Bicep and shoulder tattoo

This is classic placement for a Maori tattoo. It’ll draw attention to your masculinity and toned muscles. Show of your manhood by choosing one today if this look is yours!

2. Chest, upper arm, and shoulder tattoo

A design that extends onto your pecs will have a lifting and highlighting effect. All the guys will be envious! Pick one today if you like this look!

3. Back face tattoo

Back tattoos are more of a commitment, but they certainly pay off in terms of how awesome they look. The beauty of this tattoo will be worth the trouble. Don’t wait, pick one today if this one’s for you!

This super-graphic design looks great in jet-black ink. Show off your biceps with this one! Choose one now, don’t wait! Get it today if this is the look for you!

5. Calf tattoo

The abstract stars and curlicues in this tattoo keep it looking unique. Add some class with this! Hurry! Pick one today if this is the look you desire!

6. Shoulders and back tattoo

Wow, we’re loving this design. The fish traveling up the wearer’s spine add a nice touch. Show your manliness. Rush and pick one today if this is the design for you!

7. Thin-lined shoulder tattoo

While this tattoo may feature thinner lines than most, it’s certainly no less brave in its graphic triangle patterns. Your biceps will be accented with this one. Pick one today if you just love this design!

8. Shoulder faces tattoo

Terrifying! Maori warriors often harnessed the power of scary faces to intimidate their enemies. Intimate those who oppose you. Pick one today and show your warrior-like personality if you simply love this look!

9. Geometric armband

This design, which is more subtle than most, still looks uber-cool. Show your uber-coolness is what you desire, do so by picking one today!

1o. Back and arm tattoo

This wearer really went all-out. For the guy who will stop at nothing short of extreme, a look like this would be perfect. Finish with a touch of class if you love this look, choose today!

11. Abstract wave tattoo

Surf’s up! The wave and turtle would look right at home on an aquatic acrobat. The warrior in you will love this one. If this is your type of tattoo, pick today!

12. Shoulder sun tattoo

The leaf wrapping around the sun gives this tattoo a textile-like quality that we’re really loving. The warrior inside you will show off your muscles. Hurry! Pick one today if this is the look you desire!

13. Shoulder curlicues tattoo

This tattoo uses blank space to great effect. Create some great designs to accent your biceps. Rush and choose one today if you simply have to have this look!

14. Forearm tattoo

This curving design, featuring a flower near the wrist, would look great on a sensitive guy. If you like showing your sensitive side, choose this today! And who doesn’t love a sensitive guy?!

15. Graphic wristband tattoo

This shaded bracelet-like design is simple and stunning. An instant bracelet you never have to take off. Pick one today if you’re just as stunned as we are!

17. Swirling scythes Maori tattoo

Sure, we may not know what this design represents. But its sharp lines are definitely modern and impressive. If you’re just as impressed, choose this one this one today!

18. Clean-lined armband

A classic look for the modern-day warrior to show off his uber-coolness. Show off your uber coolness by picking today if this is the look for you!

19. Classic swirls tattoo

The swirls accent the shoulder in this modern design. The swirl seashell design will show off your shoulder for that classic feminine touch. Pick one today if this is the look for you!

20. Armband

Classic look for any man. Perfect for any man who desires this classic look. Pick one today if you love this look!

21. Arm tattoo

With the geometric designs, accents the arm perfectly. The tattoo design looks like a sleeve to an undershirt. Choose this if you’re in love with the geometric look!

22. Arm tatto0

The turtle is the perfect twist to this design. Show off the inner warrior inside you. Choose today if this one is your look!

23. Chest-shoulder-arm

Perfectly accented to show off the chest and biceps. If you love to show off the chest and biceps, pick today! A perfect accent for men. If you love this one, pick this one today!

24. Arm tattoo

Mask surrounded by intricate design. Perfect to show off the warrior inside you. Pick one today if this is the look for you!

25. Another arm tattoo

An intricate design wrapped in more intricate design. Wrap yourself in this design and choose today if you love this look!

26. Arm/shoulder band

Intricate detailing in this arm and shoulder design. Show off your biceps with this intricate design. Choose this today if this is your design!

27. Feather design

Intricate detail in this feather-type tattoo that extends down the arm. Another perfect design for that added touch. If you like this classic feather look, choose this one today!

28. Arm tattoo

Intricate detailing extending from shoulder down to elbow. Make others envious with this design. Pick this one today if this is the look for you!

29. Leg tattoo

Intricate detailing from thigh to ankle. Show off the leg muscles for a manly look. If you love this look, choose today!

30. Shoulder/arm tattoo

Another shoulder/arm tattoo with graphic detailing. This design shows off the biceps perfectly. Pick this today if this is your look!

31. Arm tattoo

Intricate design that compliments the arm. If you like this one, choose today for that classic sleeve-like quality that will compliment your arm! Pick one today if you love this look!

32. Arm tattoo

Arrows in this intricate design complement the arm. The upward arrows will show a positiveness in your life today. Chose one today if this is your look!

33. Leg tattoo

Two different designs compliment each leg in this intricate tattoo. The perfect look to complement any leg. Two different looks for each leg. Choose this today and show off your legs!

34. Arm tattoo

Another intricate design that extends the length the arm. Another look for that sleeve-like look. Hurry! Pick this today if this is your look!

35. Arm/shoulder/chest tattoo

Intricate detail in this tattoo complements the muscles. Show off your manliness with this design. Pick this look today if you love this look!

36. Arm/shoulder tattoo

Intricate detailing complements the arm. Another design to show off your manliness. Pick this look today if this is your look!

37. Arm/shoulder/chest tattoo

Intricate design complements the muscles in this tattoo. We love this look, which is perfect for that manly look. Choose this today if you’re dying for this look!

38. Arm tattoo

Intricate design looks like the sleeve to an undershirt with this tattoo. Another look to show off your manliness. If you like this look, pick this one today!

39. Shoulder/arm tattoo

Intricate detailing extending from shoulder to elbow. No need for a shirt with this classic design. Show off this tattoo if you like this! Hurry and pick today!

40. Chest tattoo

Even with the hair shaved complements the chest. Who needs a shirt with this look! If this is your look, pick this one today!

41. Arm tattoo

Intricate detailing extending from shoulder to elbow. Pick one today and you’ll never wear long sleeves again! Hurry and get this one!

42. Matching arm tattoos for him/her

Matching tattoos for couples. Show your love with this. She’ll love you for it. Pick this one today if you like this look!

43. Arm/finger tattoo

Intricate detail that extends from shoulder down to the third nail of the the third finger. If you like this look, pick today!

44. Back/arm tattoo

Intricate detail that covers the back and arms. There’ll no need for wearing a shirt with this classic warrior design. Pick this one today if you like this look!

45. Shoulder/arm tattoo

An intricate tattoo extending from shoulder to mid upper arm. Another look for that manly warrior in you. Choose one today if this one is for you!

46. Face/neck tattoo

Intricate detail that covers the face and neck. A classic look for the warrior inside of you. If you like one for your face, choose this one today!

47. Leg tattoo

Intricate design that could resemble a stocking. There’ll be no need for stockings with this classic tattoo. If this is your look, pick today!

48. Arm/shoulder/chest tattoo

More intricate tattoo design to complement the arm, chest and shoulder. We’ve seen many of these types, but we never tire of seeing them. Pick one today if this is the design for you!

49. Chest/shoulder tattoo

The face surrounded by intricate design complements this tattoo. The grinning smile will show off your masculinity. Pick one today if you like this look!

50. Back/shoulder tattoo

This colorful design is complementing to the back and shoulder. If the color and design suit you, pick this one today! Show off your womanhood with a touch of beauty and charm.

51. Shoulder tattoo

Intricate detail complements the shoulder. As we’ve mentioned before, we never tire of this. Hurry! Pick one today if you like this design!

52. Arm tattoo

The design begins wide at shoulders and ends in a point at the elbow. Make this design yours today, if you like this look, pick today!

53. Shoulder tattoo

Intricate detail resembles a face in this shoulder tattoo. The warrior inside will appreciate you. Pick one today if this look is for you!

54. Hip/back tattoo

Intricate design extends from side of hip up the side of the back. Show off your femininity with this classic look. Pick one today if this your look!

55. Chest/shoulder tattoo

Intricate detail complements the left chest and shoulder. Show off your biceps with this masculine design. Pick one today if this is your look!

56. Arm tattoo

More intricate detailing that widens at shoulder and gradually gets narrower at the wrist. This design is perfect for that classic look. Pick one today if this design is for you!

57. Neck/shoulder/arm/lower back tattoo

Intricate detail shown on neck, shoulders, upper arm and lower back. This design compliments the shoulder, neck and lower back. If you love this look, pick one of these today!

58. Chest/arm tattoo

Chest appears large in this intricate design of chest and arm. As we’ve mentioned, we never tire of these breast/arm sleeve designs. Show off your masculinity with one of these today!

59. Neck/shoulder tattoo

Intricate detail on nape of neck and shoulder/upper arm. Show the world your warrior-princess charm with one of these today!

60. Arm band

Another intricate design in this arm tattoo. If armbands is your thing, choose this one today!

61. Under-the-breast tattoo

Intricate detailing under the breast. Show off your femininity with this look today!

62. Back tattoo/arm band

Intricate detailing on left side of back from neck to upper buttocks as well as lower left arm. If you love this one, pick today! The warrior-princess in you will love this look.

63. Middle-of-back tattoo

Although slim, it is complementing to the back in this slimming intricate design. For any woman who loves to show off their back. If simple is for you, choose this design today!

64.Shoulder Maori tattoo

Another intricate design in this shoulder tattoo. Another design we’re sure you’ll be proud off. Pick this one today if this is the look for you!

65. Arm/elbow Maori tattoo

The flower design makes the arm appear graceful in this intricate design. If you don’t mind showing off your feminine side, pick this one today!

66. Two distinct arm tattoos

Each arm carries the central theme, but has a distinct design on each arm. Accent your arm with this look. Choose one today if you like this classic look!

67. Side-of-the-body tattoo

The intricate design complements under the breast down to the hips. Show off your femininity with this look. Pick one today if this look is for you!

68. Back Maori tattoo

A center stripe detailing the middle of the back extending from the neck to the top of the buttocks. You’ll love showing off your back with this look. Choose one today if you like this look!

70. Leg tattoo

If the other leg had a matching design, it could appear as stockings in this intricate detail. And you’ll appreciate the warrior inside of you. If you like the stocking look, choose one today!

71. Lower arm/hand tattoo

Intricate detail looks like a glove in this tattoo. Never wear gloves again, if you love this classic look–choose one today!

72. Lower arm band

Intricate detail in this lower arm tattoo. Another manly look for the warrior inside you. Choose one today if this is look for you!

74. Lower arm band

More detailing in another tattoo for the lower arm. We’ve seen many, so there’s plenty to choose from. Get one today if you like this look!

75. Face Maori tattoo

Intricate curves accent the face in this intricate design. Another classic look for the warrior inside you. Choose one today if you like this classic face tattoo!

76. Arm bands

Pick and choose from these designs in these arm bands. We’ve seen many, but we don’t tire of these classic armbands. Hurry and choose one today!

77. Chest/shoulder tattoo

The intricate design of the swirls complements the shoulder and chest. The classic swirls will show off your should with this look. The women will love this look. Pick one today!

78. Leg band Maori Tattoo

Intricate detail is perfect for this leg tattoo. Complements the leg in this intricate design. This look will show off the masculinity with another classic leg band. The women will love you for this. Pick one if this one is for you today!

Maori Tattoos Designs, Ideas and Meaning

Maori tattoos are a popular form of tribal tattoos originating in New Zealand. The unusual look of these tattoos creates a mystical aura on the wearer. Although the Maori tribal tattoos have been traditionally popular with men, they are now gradually gaining acceptance among the fairer sex as well. The tattoo designs and their meanings are rooted deeply in the culture and religious beliefs of the Maori people. Some of the most notable tattoo designs include Tawhirimatea, which signifies the “God of the winds”, Tangaroa denoting the “God of the sea”, Tamanui Te Ra which represents “the Sun”, Aotearoa, which is Maori for “New Zealand”, Koru Maori, indicating the “Continuation of all things” and Heimatau that denotes “Fish hook, strength and prosperity”. Although mostly done in black ink, they can sometimes be done on other colors as well.

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