Mermaids have a very long history in Western culture that can be traced back to many ancient cultures that lived close to the sea. Both of the ancient Greeks and Romans have deep mythology and stories about mermaids. The Greeks believe that these half women half sea creatures would wait on the rocks combing their long flowing hair and try to capture the wayward sailor with their beautiful song. It was believed that their voices were enticing and beautiful enough to easily draw a man into their clutches.
At present, mermaid tattoos have become popular again. This tattoo design is no longer the sole domain of sailors but more and more women are getting mermaid tattoos. This could be due to the popularization of mermaids in movies like "The Little Mermaid". Whatever the reason many women are getting mermaid tattoos as they are another way to represent feminine power and beauty making for a popular tattoo design.
If you are thinking about getting a mermaid tattoo design, there are many choices for you to choose from. It is usually best to research the symbolism and meaning behind a tattoo such as a mermaid tattoo design before actually getting one inked permanently on your body.
