23 Shark Tattoo Ideas and Meanings

What does a shark tattoo mean? 

The meaning of a shark tattoo can have many different interpretations, so more often than not it is best to search for an interpretation that you are drawn to.

Common meanings of a shark tattoo could be:

• rejection, which can be shown as the mouth gaping open and the teeth ready to take that bite;
• strength, in order to model oneself after the power and tenacity of a shark. The tattoo may also symbolize independence;
• a reminder that life is just as fragile as it can be strong. People with this type of tattoo often find themselves lost in some sort of obsessive behavior or daydreaming about death. To them, their life is like an animal chasing its prey - it’s constantly on the hunt and looking for its next victim;
• like an octopus tattoo, it shows addiction of his owner to seas and oceans;
• the idea of being hunted or pursued by someone or something that wishes you harm when you are safe from harm elsewhere - this type of person will get this design done so they know what they are.

Just like wolf tats, shark tattoos are often used to symbolize excitement, adventure, and risk-taking.

The shark tattoo is a common theme seen on many people. The meaning of this type of tattoo can vary from person to person. Some people may interpret the meaning as a sign for adventure or even fearlessness.

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Best Shark Tattoo Ideas 

Idea #1. Traditional Shark Tattoo

Source: @tommygtattoos

Idea #2. Traditional Shark Jaw Tattoo

Source: @tommygtattoos

Idea #3. Realistic Shark Jaw Tattoo

Source: @weird.yus

Idea #4. Realistic Hammerhead Shark Tattoo

Source: @violajakuczek

Idea #5. Traditional Hammerhead Shark Tattoo

Source: @studio.old.tattoo

Idea #6. Shark Tooth Tattoo

Source: @mr_salai

Idea #7. Tiger Shark Tattoo

Source: @vampiracorrea

Idea #8. Whale Shark Tattoo

Source: @aleksey_talmatskii_tattoo

Idea #9. Simple Shark Tattoo

Source: @boba.tattoo

Idea #10. Tribal Shark Tattoo

Source: @tattoozru

Idea #11. Great White Shark Tattoo

Source: @inktalktattoostudio

Idea #12. Small Shark Tattoo

Source: @theartbymia

Idea #13. Shark Outline Tattoo

Source: @beanie.ink

Idea #14. Shark Bite Tattoo

Source: @jonitakomo

Idea #15. Shark Mouth Tattoo

Source: @baronarttattoo

Idea #16. Shark Fin Tattoo

Source: @laribnv

Idea #17. Two Cute Sharks Tattoo

Source: @vip_tattoo_omsk

Idea #18. Hammerhead Shark Tribal Tattoo

Source: @eveline.tatt

Idea #19. Hawaii Shark Tattoo

Source: @tatubelarus

Idea #20. Polynesian Shark Tattoo

Source: @tattooclubby

Idea #21. Realistic Shark Tattoo

Source: @sappy_tattoo

Idea #22. Japanese Shark and Octopus Tattoo

Idea #23. Bull Shark Tattoo

Source: @joyceisatease