Irish Origin

Kennedy

“Helmeted chief”

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

BoldPresidentialScript

Name Origin

Kennedy is a female name of Irish origin, meaning “Helmeted chief”.

Recommended Styles

Bold

Presidential

Script

Best Placements

Forearm

Wrist

Thigh

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Kennedy in 20 Tattoo Fonts

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Great Vibes

Elegant Script

Kennedy

Best for: Feminine, romantic designs

Dancing Script

Flowing Script

Kennedy

Best for: Casual elegance

Pacifico

Casual Script

Kennedy

Best for: Fun, friendly vibes

Sacramento

Fine Script

Kennedy

Best for: Delicate, refined look

Allura

Romantic Script

Kennedy

Best for: Wedding, love themes

Alex Brush

Brush Script

Kennedy

Best for: Artistic, painterly feel

Satisfy

Smooth Script

Kennedy

Best for: Clean, flowing lines

Kaushan Script

Bold Script

Kennedy

Best for: Strong statements

Cookie

Sweet Script

Best for: Whimsical designs

Pinyon Script

Formal Script

Kennedy

Best for: Traditional elegance

Playfair Display

Elegant Serif

Kennedy

Best for: Sophisticated, classic

Abril Fatface

Bold Display

Kennedy

Best for: High impact

Lobster

Retro

Kennedy

Best for: Vintage aesthetic

Permanent Marker

Hand Drawn

Kennedy

Best for: Edgy, raw look

Shadows Into Light

Handwritten

Kennedy

Best for: Personal touch

Indie Flower

Playful

Kennedy

Best for: Youthful energy

Amatic SC

Narrow

Kennedy

Best for: Vertical spaces

Caveat

Natural

Kennedy

Best for: Organic feel

Tangerine

Delicate

Kennedy

Best for: Fine line work

Roboto

Modern Sans

Kennedy

Best for: Clean, minimal

About Kennedy Tattoos

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

Style Recommendations for Kennedy

Given the feminine elegance of Kennedy, we recommend Bold, Presidential, Script styles. These complement the name's aesthetic and work beautifully across different sizes and placements.

Popular Placements

Kennedy tattoos look stunning on the Forearm, Wrist, Thigh. 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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Kennedy Tattoo FAQ

What does the name Kennedy mean?

Kennedy comes from Irish origin and means “Helmeted chief”. This beautiful meaning makes it a popular choice for meaningful tribute tattoos.

What font style is best for a Kennedy tattoo?

We recommend Bold, Presidential, Script styles for Kennedy tattoos. These complement the name's feminine character and work well in various sizes.

Where should I place a Kennedy tattoo?

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

How much does a Kennedy name tattoo cost?

A Kennedy 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.