100 Maori Tattoos For Men

Tā moko, aka the traditional body art of the indigenous people of New Zealand. The taonga, or treasure, holds a special meaning for each individual bearing ink.

Originally, the Moko gave insight to a man’s tribal affiliation and social ranking.

Every shape, pattern and symbol told a story of his unique background and offered an insightful connection to his integrity and whakapapa. However, what you see today isn’t always a precise representation of the past.

Around the 20th century (or 1990 to be more specific), Ta moko experienced a rival in popularity and many styles began to mix traditional bases with more modern touches. As for the meaning behind this ink style, it also shifted to become more of an expression of integrity and cultural pride.

Not to mention, outside of the tribal culture it’s quite difficult to spot a true facial moko. While intimidating to some, the head was considered to e the most scared part of the body. Just like in today’s society, it’s a permanent, undeniable declaration of a man that can’t be concealed.

Of course, there’s always the difference between the process of using uhi (chisels) and the modern tattoo machines of today.

Regardless, go ahead and explore these top 90 best Maori tattoo designs for men below. Perhaps you’ll be inspired by in the integrity of this ink style and discover numerous ideas of your own.

[renee]

Awwww beautiful mahi/work. But these are not just Maori, there’s Hawaiian, Samoan all mixed in there too, plus others. The Ta moko has its own unique look. My Polynesian brothers and sisters will say the same. Take care during COVID 👋

[shreyashchavan]

What is the name of the track being used in this video ??

[AngelOfHonor]

some of these are awesome! gonna get myself something like this!

[moniketibble]

if your not born from NZ please don't get any moko done in respect of our elders, the moko isn't fun and games. You have to be chosen.

[henriqueaasp]

The music is "next luxury - live in paradise"

[GhovahWitness]

Most of them are Polynesian tattoos not maori. If it was a maori tattoo it would be called a ta moko there's a diffrence

[carolinarey]

THIS are real tattoos: full of history, culture, meaning etc...

[cesarnascimento]

como eu acho o desenho pra mim fazer uma tatto igual a alguma delas

[zakhenry]

you need to state the fact that these are a mixture of Polynesian 'style' tattoos.

[dronesandomarcos]

show curto muito esse tipo de tatuagens

[marcusmartin]

Those are not just maori tattoos
#respect

[lordmoll]

Quelle est le nom de la musique s'il vous plaie ?

[edrasbel]

Buenos días, alguien tiene la plantilla del diseño que está en el minuto 2:04->2:05, para que por favor me la regale.. gracias

[sefoahsiu]

Its king of insulting to the maori is only one pattern not multiple. These are mixed poly patterns.

[peterpetreli]

i like the sound track of this video where can i get such theme songs

[MateusHenrique-sngj]

Vou fazer uma esse ano igual do the rock

[felipemeira]

Alguem pode porfavor me dizer o que significa a tattoo número 17 do vídeo porfavor

[peterflett]

most of those arnt Maori... were not bloody

[fabiancontreras]

Me encanta la música de fondo por eso miro los vídeos 😊