Joker Tattoo Ideas

The joker is the only Major Arcana from the Tarot card deck to be added to the modern playing card deck. The joker represents eccentricity, unpredictability and sometimes madness. He has even been linked to mysticism. Because of this, the joker has become a popular tattoo design.

Unpredictable Personality
The joker is considered a wild card in the modern deck of playing cards. A joker tattoo is a very personal way to express a wild personality. His persona can be incorporated with other segments of life to add a very special touch.

Fool
The joker was originally known as the fool in the Tarot deck of cards. The joker tattoo serves as a reminder against destructive behaviors. Persons which sport a joker tattoo are known to be resilient and fight back against negativity in their lives.

Joker from Batman
The Joker is, of course, the super villain from the "Batman" cartoon and movie series. The late Health Ledger was one of the most memorable Jokers ever. The tattoo of Ledger's portrayal of the joker was one of the most popular in history. Many fans still elect to get this tattoo in his remembrance.

Entertainer
The joker is a symbol of entertainment for royalty. Those that appreciate comedy or enjoy a good laugh could consider adding an inked joker to their body. The joker tattoo will be a reminder not to take life too seriously.


Card Players
A tattoo of a joker holding four aces in his card hand is perfect for a poker player or other card game enthusiast. The suit of the spades, hearts, diamonds and clovers make excellent frames for the main tattoo.