A Celtic tattoo design is a whole genre in its kind. Celtic tattoos have gained quite popularity in recent times but have their roots back in ancient times. Celtic is derived from the Celtic art and Celtic history.

The Celtic tattoo design are mostly derived from ancient Irish manuscripts like The Book of Kells, The Number Three and others. It is believed that these tattoos' culture existed long before these manuscripts. People during those times did not keep written records but passed down traditions orally.

Some of the most popular forms of Celtic tattoo design are knot tattoo design, spiral design, maze designs, zoomorphic designs. These designs although appears much similar have different meanings. A knot tattoo has no beginning or end symbolizing ancient belief of the process of death and rebirth. A zoomorphic design has an animal head or tail. Spiral design has a uniform parallel design. Besides these there are many other symbols in design. The most popular symbol is a Celtic cross. A peculiar style cross which is found in Ireland even now. Other than that there are many mythological tattoo pictures of horned God, Goddesses, mythical creatures, animals and number like the number 17, 27 and few others which symbolizes the belief of Celts in certain things.

For Irish and Scottish people having Celtic design shows their pride in their cultural heritage. A North American generally has a Celtic tattoo design to show that he is from Celtic descent. Many people also wear these tattoos simply because they love these tattoo design. These designs don't have much significance like other tattoos and this is why many people select these designs.

So whatever the reason; if you wish to get Celtic tattoo there are many available online. If you are worried about the authenticity of the design you can get them from those who specialize in Celtic art and have studied the manuscript. Also be sure that the tattoo artist knows and has experience of Celtic tattoos. These designs are very complicated and only experienced tattoo artist can do it right.