If you’re looking for a tattoo idea that is both universally recognizable while not being cliche, full of attitude and power, look no further. The scorpion tattoo is not incredibly common, but it does have its popularity among certain tattoo enthusiasts, especially men. The tattoo, like with most tattoos taken from the natural world, tends to carry the same associations as the animal that it depicts, the scorpion, which is known for being deadly and fierce. However, it can also bear other meanings, as well, such as its association with the Scorpio zodiac sign. However you choose to view a scorpion tattoo, it is certainly a strong image.

In this article, we’ll give you a full-on, deep-dive guide into scorpion tattoos and their meanings. We’ll also go over styles and placements that work well with scorpion tattoos, as well as other images that complement them well. This is everything you need to know about scorpion tattoos. Let’s get into it.

There are many different potential scorpion tattoo meanings that can be interpreted as related to this symbol. Here are some of the most influential.

THE SCORPION AS A SYMBOL OF STRENGTH

The most obvious and common associations with a scorpion tattoo are those that are related to the scorpion animal, which is a predatory arachnid famous for its pincers, stinger, and the venom that scorpions use to hunt their prey. Many people fear scorpions, as there are about 25 varieties whose venom can be lethal to human beings. As such, some of the meanings associated with the scorpion include intimidation, fear, toughness, strength, danger, death, defensiveness, and evil.

THE SCORPION AS A SYMBOL OF FEMININE STRENGTH

Although the scorpion tattoo is less popular with women, some women do like it as a symbol of feminine strength, as scorpions are incredibly powerful creatures despite their small size. A scorpion, although small, has no hesitation to fight and protect itself, which many women may find inspiring, as women are often viewed as weaker than men, partly due to their smaller stature.

THE SCORPIO ZODIAC SIGN

Another one of the most common meanings attached to the scorpion tattoo is that of the Scorpio zodiac sign, which is the sign of people born between October 23 and November 22. Scorpios are some of the most talked-about of the zodiac signs, known for being devoted, loyal, dignified
sensitive, focused, brave, ambitious, intuitive, sensual, jealous, resentful, secretive, and manipulative.

THE SCORPION AS A SYMBOL OF SEXUALITY

One more thing that the scorpion animal is known for is its mating dance, in which the male and female scorpions grasp each other’s pincers and move around while the male tries to maneuver the female. Because of this, the scorpion can signify seduction, sexuality, male sexuality in particular, courtship, arousal, and passion.

THE SCORPION AS A PROTECTOR

When rendered in the tribal style, scorpion tattoos are often thought to be able to ward off evil spirits. Generally speaking, because of their fierce, attacking nature, scorpion tattoos are sometimes meant to be protective of the wearer.

THE SCORPION IN THE GAY COMMUNITY

While this isn’t necessarily widely known and some dispute it, there are those who claim that in the gay male community, scorpion tattoos actually carry a very specific meaning – that the wearer is HIV positive.

RUSSIAN SCORPION TATTOOS

In Russia, scorpion tattoos also have particular meanings. Generally, a scorpion tattoo might mean that the wearer has spent time in prison. Specifically, a scorpion with open claws represents a Special Forces member who has seen combat. Scorpion tattoos can also be a symbol of drug addiction. A scorpion with its stinger up means the wearer is still using drugs while a scorpion with its stinger down means the wearer has quit.

THE SCORPION IN CUBAN AND MEXICAN GANGS

Among members of Cuban and Mexican gangs, a scorpion tattoo indicates that the wearer is a contract killer or enforcer. Rumor has it that the number of squares that make up the tail of the scorpion symbolizes how many people that person has killed.

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THE SCORPION IN MAYAN CULTURE

In Mayan culture, the scorpion is a symbol of fire because a scorpion’s sting causes burning pain. It’s also a symbol of the God of hunting as well as surgery, as scorpions numb their victims.