English Origin

Buddy

“Friend”

Explore beautiful tattoo designs for the name Buddy. Preview across 20+ fonts and download your favorite to share with your tattoo artist.

PlayfulScriptMemorial

Name Origin

Buddy is a male name of English origin, meaning “Friend”.

Recommended Styles

Playful

Script

Memorial

Best Placements

Wrist

Forearm

Ankle

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Buddy in 20 Tattoo Fonts

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Great Vibes

Elegant Script

Buddy

Best for: Feminine, romantic designs

Dancing Script

Flowing Script

Buddy

Best for: Casual elegance

Pacifico

Casual Script

Buddy

Best for: Fun, friendly vibes

Sacramento

Fine Script

Buddy

Best for: Delicate, refined look

Allura

Romantic Script

Buddy

Best for: Wedding, love themes

Alex Brush

Brush Script

Buddy

Best for: Artistic, painterly feel

Satisfy

Smooth Script

Buddy

Best for: Clean, flowing lines

Kaushan Script

Bold Script

Buddy

Best for: Strong statements

Cookie

Sweet Script

Best for: Whimsical designs

Pinyon Script

Formal Script

Buddy

Best for: Traditional elegance

Playfair Display

Elegant Serif

Buddy

Best for: Sophisticated, classic

Abril Fatface

Bold Display

Buddy

Best for: High impact

Lobster

Retro

Buddy

Best for: Vintage aesthetic

Permanent Marker

Hand Drawn

Buddy

Best for: Edgy, raw look

Shadows Into Light

Handwritten

Buddy

Best for: Personal touch

Indie Flower

Playful

Buddy

Best for: Youthful energy

Amatic SC

Narrow

Buddy

Best for: Vertical spaces

Caveat

Natural

Buddy

Best for: Organic feel

Tangerine

Delicate

Buddy

Best for: Fine line work

Roboto

Modern Sans

Buddy

Best for: Clean, minimal

About Buddy Tattoos

The name Buddy is a beautiful choice for a tattoo with deep meaning. Originating from English culture, it carries the significance of “Friend” — making it a meaningful tribute for memorial pieces, parent tattoos, or honoring loved ones.

Style Recommendations for Buddy

Given the strong character of Buddy, we recommend Playful, Script, Memorial styles. These complement the name's aesthetic and work beautifully across different sizes and placements.

Popular Placements

Buddy tattoos look stunning on the Wrist, Forearm, Ankle. For memorial pieces, many choose the inner wrist or chest placement for its intimate visibility. Larger script versions work well on the forearm or back.

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Buddy Tattoo FAQ

What does the name Buddy mean?

Buddy comes from English origin and means “Friend”. This beautiful meaning makes it a popular choice for meaningful tribute tattoos.

What font style is best for a Buddy tattoo?

We recommend Playful, Script, Memorial styles for Buddy tattoos. These complement the name's masculine character and work well in various sizes.

Where should I place a Buddy tattoo?

Popular placements for Buddy tattoos include Wrist, Forearm, Ankle. The best placement depends on the size you want and how visible you'd like it to be.

How much does a Buddy name tattoo cost?

A Buddy tattoo typically costs $50-$200 depending on size, font complexity, and your artist's rates. Simple small scripts cost less, while elaborate designs cost more.