Nordic Tattoo Ideas – Viking Symbol Designs

Nordic tattoo ideas come from old Viking and Norse stories, gods, and symbols. These tattoos look strong, bold, and full of meaning. People choose designs such as Viking helmets, axes, wolves, revenue, or special runs (Viking letters). Some tattoos show Thor’s hammer, Odin’s eye, or a Valkyrie (warrior angel).

Many tattoos are black and wide, sometimes in shapes in circles, slopes, or lumps. These tattoos can also go on arms, back, chest, or legs. Some are large, like full sleeves, while others are small symbols. Nordic tattoos show bravery, protection, strength, and respect. If you love Viking history or want a tattoo that seems powerful and ancient, these ideas are perfect for you.

Nordic Tattoo Ideas

1. Thor’s Hammer (Mjolnir)
2. Viking warrior helmet
3. Odin’s single eye
4. Valkyrie wings
5. Yggdrasil (Tree of Life)
6. Vegvisir compass symbol
7. Huginn and Muninn (Odin’s ravens)
8. Fenrir the wolf
9. Norse runes line
10. Long Viking ship
11. Norse knot design
12. Shield with Viking axe
13. Norse dragon head
14. Rune circle
15. Helm of Awe (Ægishjálmr)
16. Skull with helmet
17. Thor swinging hammer
18. Rune word (like strength or honor)
19. Axe with blood drops
20. Valkyrie riding a horse
21. Viking warrior in battle
22. Nordic arm band pattern
23. Goat pulling Thor’s chariot
24. Odin on his throne
25. Viking horned helmet
26. Double axe symbol
27. Sleipnir (Odin’s 8-legged horse)
28. Shield wall pattern
29. Runes in sword shape
30. Norse serpent Jörmungandr
31. Wolf biting its tail
32. Shield with runes
33. Ancient Viking sword
34. Norse sun wheel
35. Viking skull with beard
36. Helmet with wings
37. Female Viking warrior
38. Crossed axes
39. Lightning and thunder tattoo
40. Helm of Awe in a circle
41. Norse poem line
42. Raven flying
43. Tree of Life with roots
44. Yggdrasil with stars
45. Odin’s face in clouds
46. Rune chain down spine
47. Bear claw with runes
48. Freya with flowers
49. Rune compass
50. Moon and sun Viking style
51. Spiral knot band
52. Ship on a stormy sea
53. Norse hammer with flames
54. Norse mask face
55. Sword stuck in the ground
56. Viking map line
57. Axe in wooden shield
58. Norse god tattoo
59. Viking horn mug
60. Ancient Norse words
61. Rune of protection
62. Mountain with runes
63. Snake wrapping a tree
64. Norse eagle in flight
65. Sea serpent
66. Thor’s hammer is glowing
67. Storm clouds and runes
68. Norse watchtower
69. Viking campfire
70. Fire and ice style
71. Wolf pack
72. Horned dragon
73. Rune banner
74. Raven perched on skull
75. Rune circle on wrist
76. Battle axe with Norse carvings
77. Spiral shield pattern
78. Northern lights above a tree
79. Helmet with cracks
80. Norse love symbol
81. Rune heart
82. Woman warrior tattoo
83. Sword and bones
84. Fire-tipped arrows
85. Norse runes across chest
86. Warrior praying to the gods
87. Dragon twisting up the leg
88. Norse god face mask
89. Valkyrie holding light
90. Bones and shield tattoo
91. Raven and moon

1. Thor Hammer (mjolnir)

 

• The hammer looks small and strong with Viking symbols.
  
• It can be plain or filled with electricity, or run.
  
• Perfect for hands, hands, or chest.
• It stands to be power, safety, and bravery.

2. Viking Warrier Helmet

• It shows a cool helmet with a horn or metal plates.
  
• You can add a shade or a beard under it.
  
• Sounds bold on the shoulder or back.
  
• It means strength, a feeling of fighting, and respect.

3. Odin’s single eye

• Odin has an eye – this tattoo only shows this.
  
• Birds or smoking can occur around it.
  
• Great for the neck or inner hand.
  
• It shows knowledge, viewing, and leadership.

4. Vulkari Wings

• These wings are large and soft, such as Angel Wings.
  
• They can be filled with detail or simple lines.
  
• Plated on the back, chest, or foot.
  
• They stand for courage, respect, and lost guidance.

5. Yggdrasil (tree of life)

• This big tree connects the sky, earth, and roots.
  
• You can add stars, knots, or animals around it.
  
• Place it on your spine, back, or thigh.
  
• It reflects life, balance, and connection.