Eagle Tattoos

With a pointed beak, powerful claws and strong bearing, the eagle is the queen of the heavens. Its incredible hunting ability, excellent vision, intelligence and ability to raise majestic flights make it an emblematic bird with the strong popular appeal. It was so important throughout history that it has chosen as a symbol of the identity of the Roman, Russian, and Austrian Empires, as well as Germany and the United States.

The eagle is often associate with leadership, sovereignty, grandeur, beauty, strength, courage, and power. By exerting a significant influence and fascination on several fronts, its symbology is varied. In Greek mythology, the eagle is related to Zeus - the supreme god - for being a solar animal, courageous and sharp vision. Both the Egyptians and the Celts saw them as a symbol of eternity, renewal, rebirth. Already for the Chinese, the eagle represents bravery, supremacy, and fearlessness.

By having the ability to reach the heavens and the gift of seeing from long distances, it is the sacred messenger according to the Christians. Above all, he looks from a general perspective and knows everything, and he sees everything. Therefore, it represents the eyes of the superior and comforts him with his divine protection. It was not by chance that the expression "eagle vision" was used to designate people with the ability in business to see beyond the obvious.

For you who will tattoo an eagle, here's a hint: several shapes can suit your personality, such as the eagle's bust, her full body with details around or also with tribal designs that enhance her tattoo.

The eagle is one of the most commonly used designs when it comes to tattooing. Usually chosen mostly by men, it symbolizes strength, greatness, power and more an infinity of things, as we will see next. The eagle is an important symbol in many cultures and consequently is an excellent choice when considering a design for a tattoo.


In the United States, eagles are considered a symbol of patriotism by many and are sometimes drawn with the colors of the American flag to reinforce this idea further.

For many Christians, the eagle is an animal blessed by its sharp vision, which can represent the view from a spiritual perspective, as if the animal could have the same idea as God, observing everything and everyone as a form of protection. All this makes the eagle a popular choice for tattoos.

A Symbol of Strength

Whoever chooses an eagle tattoo wishes to symbolize the force, of that there is no doubt. The eagle is like the queen of the skies, a majestic bird, and for that reason has been and is so used in various symbols and organizations, such as armies, governments, legions, etc. In Christianity, the eagle symbolizes the resurrection of Christ and his triumph.

The eagle is a brilliant and astute animal, who watches long before attacking his prey, with caution and precision. All these characteristics are striking and make the animal catch the attention of people, who wish to be like him, astute and robust.

Types of Eagle Tattoos

Eagle Tattoos Although it may not seem like it, there are many options for getting an eagle tattoo. The most common drawings are of the eagle with the wings open or in the position of attack, showing all its majesty. However, there are also variations of designs combined with the American flag, in tribal style, Aztec, Celtic, etc.

Regarding colors, it will depend on the type of design chosen. Some models, such as tribal, basket and Aztec tattoos, look more beautiful only in black. Others may gain more reality when used in the actual colors of the eagle.

Speaking of size, they can vary from medium to large, depending on the type of drawing and the location of the body chosen to be applied. If it is an image with many details, it is indicated to select a larger area of the body, such as back, arms, legs.

When choosing an eagle tattoo design, take a look at the eagle tattoos photos on our application for more ideas.