A key is a very special form of symbol for a tattoo. It can express many things, from a love of freedom to the passion to know the way to be free. If you are in search of freedom you can keep your search alive by getting tattooed with a key symbol. Locks and unlocking them with a key is an old school way to show being bound and getting free.
You can get a key tattoo on different parts of your body, from the back of the neck, to the lower leg, to the palm of your hand, or your upper arm. If you want something very basic you can get a simple key inked right on your palm. You can also get a three-leaved clover with a key on the back of your neck, or get an ornamental designed key overlapping with your name on your upper back. To keep a constant reminder that ‘love is the key’ right where you can see it, try getting a key on your inner wrist. You can also express the idea that ‘peace is the key’ by getting a beautiful dove symbol with a key in your ankle region. Here is a look at 30 Key Tattoos.
Special Key
You can tuck an artistic key tattoo in a hidden place—a little above your stomach.
Artistic Key
A key with an artistic design on your arm makes a really special tattoo.
Key on My Palm
Get a pretty key on your palm with a chain extending to your wrist.
Medallion Key
Want something a bit ornate? Try a medallion key as a tattoo.
Three-leaved Clover Key
On the back of your neck, get a green three-leaved clover with a key.
Rising Sun and My Key
You can get a rising sun with a key and your name as a very personal symbol of freedom.
Star Chain Key
You can decorate your inner wrist with a star bracelet and key tattoo design.
Key to Wild Freedom
For the restless you, get a key with a gorgeous heart and words showing love for freedom.
Unlock with a Key
A red lock being unlocked with a key is a great tattoo design.
Initials Key Design
You can keep things simple with a basic single-color key design with your initials.
Simple Key Design
You can get a basic key on your inner wrist to look at when you want.
Old Style Key
Love the romantic appeal of old keys? Get an old style key on your upper arm.
Key Anklet
Get a delicate key tattooed right on your foot in a pretty anklets like design.
Colorful Ribbon Key
A colorful key with a spiralling ribbon is a beautiful combination.
Decorative Key
You can get a beautiful old-fashioned key a red center as a tattoo design.
Two Color Key
Touches of golden and black make a great combination in a two color key.
Key for My Name
Your name with a golden key and a flower is a beautiful tattoo design.
Key Like a Heart
You can get a key with a decorative heart like design on your inner wrist.
Key Chain
A key hanging down with a chain of pearls makes a great tattoo.
Royal Key
A golden key with a rich design looks simply royal on your body.
Peace is the Key
Let a dove carrying a key show your love for peace, right on your ankle.
Ornate Key
If you love an ornate design you can get a beautifully designed key.
Quirky Owl and Key
A quirky owl with a key makes a key tattoo with a difference.
Red Ribbon Key
You can get a key twined with a red ribbon in a classy tattoo design.
Colorful Owl with Key
Love a colorful tattoo? Get a pink and green owl holding a key as the tattoo design.
Bird with Key
A black and orange bird holding a key is a colorful tattoo design.
Key with Red Sun
You can get a beautiful golden key with a red sun as the tattoo design.
Key on my Back
Wear a backless top and show the key tattoo design on your back.
Key to Love
Get your special someone’s name with a red heart and key to show your love.
Key with Magical Shadow
On your hip you can get a key with a magical purple shadow.