We put a lot of thought into tattoos. We want them to have meaning. We also want them to stay with us forever.
We can say the same for our families.
That’s where mother-daughter tattoos come in. These tattoos are a symbol of a bond that cannot be broken.
#1 The perfect message
There are a lot of mother-daughter tattoos out there. This one is definitely ranked high among our favorites.
#2 Distinctly dinosaurs
This creative pair couldn’t get something ordinary. They had to go their own way. We think they did it perfectly.
#3 Sometimes the image says it all
These two wanted something that would represent their unbreakable bond. They combined each of their favorite flowers in this design to represent them both.
#4 Adding a little whimsy
This mother and her daughter share a lot. They both love this style. It only made sense to share it forever and let the world know how much they mean to each other.
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#5 Keeping it simple
These mother-daughter tattoos actually say mother and daughter. There’s no need to decipher a message or question why they got the tattoos.
#6 The sun and moon
Family means a lot. They will always be there shining for you, even when things are dark.
#7 So adorable
They each got their own unique tattoo with the character that represented them best. And yet, there is no denying that this is a matching set.
#8 All stacked together
The magic of Russian dolls is how they stack inside each other, with the mother keeping the smaller dolls safe. This mom will always be there for her daughter.
#9 It’s in a name
We all have a name. Sometimes, the most important name we have is mom.
#10 Butterflies
Each butterfly is unique, and so are we. However, that doesn’t mean that we can’t share some things in common, especially as mothers and daughters.
#11 Going through it together
Getting a tattoo means going through some pain. It was definitely worth it for this mother and her daughter. No regrets!
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— Lizbeth De Los Reyes (@LizDeLosReyes31) July 31, 2014
#12 Ending each other’s sentences
These lyrics go perfectly together. It’s a duet that will last through time.
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— Lexx (@HensellLexie) November 23, 2017
#13 Where you go
This sentiment is so full of meaning. We won’t cry if you don’t.
#14 Two halves
Two halves make a whole. They depicted the thought perfectly.
#15 Two hearts beat as one
These may look like simple tattoos. However, they say a lot.
#16 Two owls
We all have our own spirit animal. In this case, the mother and daughter share the same one. That’s a tight bond.
#17 Twining
Not many people will know the significance of these tattoos unless they see the two together. But this mother and daughter pair will always know.
#18 Three daughters
It’s not always just a pair of tattoos! In this mother’s case, all three of her daughters decided to take the plunge.
#19 One butterfly
This mother-daughter tattoo involves someone else who can’t be seen. They got it in the loving memory of a grandmother.
#20 So cute
Tattoos can be scary! That’s something this mom and her daughter could agree on. They went with a simple design that could say what they wanted to say without enduring too much pain.
#21 Unique and the same
These two tattoos are almost identical. Can you spot the major difference?
#22 No regrets!
These two seem genuinely happy about their matching tattoos. This isn’t the kind of ink you grow to regret.
#23 Without words
These matching tattoos say “you are my sunshine” without having to say a word. They already know.
#24 A shared memory
Holidays bring special memories for families. Breaking the wishbone was always a significant part for these two.
#25 Mama bear
This mama bear and her two cubs got tattoos. It only makes sense that mama would have a big bear tattoo, and her daughters would get the cubs!
#26 Perfectly complimenting
The tattoos say all that needs to be said. These two will always be inseparable.
#27 To the core
The words incorporated in these tattoos are powerful. Together or on their own, this mother and daughter can do anything.
#28 I carry your heart with me
They wanted something small. These tattoos still have a huge meaning.
#29 For fun
Not every matching tattoo needs to have a deeper meaning. Sometimes, having them done together is enough.
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— Elo Solarii (@elosolarii) April 24, 2021
#30 A perfect match
These two had perfectly matching tattoos done. The only things separating them are the unique flowers they chose.
#31 The same but unique
They like the same things. They still wanted to make each piece unique to the person wearing it. We can share so much and still be distinctive.
#32 Defining love
These two know what love truly is. They can appreciate each other no matter what.
#33 Two turtles
There are slight differences in the tattoos, and the daughter’s is smaller. Doesn’t that define all of us? No matter how much we are like each other in a family, our unique personalities still shine through.
#34 Sometimes the meaning is obvious
Simple words can say a lot. These three get the message across.
#35 Eye catching
The ink on this is so different from what we usually see. They gave each other a real gift.
#36 Similarities and differences
We can celebrate our similarities as well as our differences. This mother and daughter team gets it.
#37 When you share a sense of humor
Most people probably wouldn’t get one of these tattoos. This pair did, and they’re giggling over it together.
#38 The gift of family
It’s important to remember how much we mean to each other. Here’s one way to show it.
#39 Apple and tree
Here’s another mother-daughter tattoo design that has a little fun. It’s saying that the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree – all without saying a word.
#40 Sugar skulls
Sometimes, moms aren’t into flowers either. That’s when the sugar skulls show up.
#41 Written from the heart
They each have the other’s handwriting on them for life. That’s so incredibly sweet.
#42 Shared magic
They have a saying about always throwing spilled salt over your shoulder. Now, they’ll always remember to do it.
#43 Saying it all
The imagery is already touching enough. The words are just the icing on the cake.
#44 Two flowers
They’ll always be reminded of each other when they’re apart. All either of them will have to do is look down at their hands.
#45 A shared interest
Their bicycles may be different, but their love of the memory of bicycling is the same. It’s something they can always share.
#46 Flowers
They are uniquely beautiful, but they share the same stem. That’s the perfect way to describe family.
#47 A small reminder
They’ll always carry a piece of each other, even when it can’t be seen. They’ll know it’s still there.
#48 The key
Our families give us so much. They will always have the key to our hearts. Sometimes, they even give us the key to happiness.
#49 Mother and daughter
These tattoos say it so simply and eloquently. The meaning comes across.
#50 Last but not least
This isn’t technically a matching mother-daughter set yet. Maybe, someday it will be.
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