Chinese Origin

Mei

“Beautiful”

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

ChineseDelicateScript

Name Origin

Mei is a female name of Chinese origin, meaning “Beautiful”.

Recommended Styles

Chinese

Delicate

Script

Best Placements

Wrist

Ankle

Behind Ear

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Mei in 20 Tattoo Fonts

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Great Vibes

Elegant Script

Mei

Best for: Feminine, romantic designs

Dancing Script

Flowing Script

Mei

Best for: Casual elegance

Pacifico

Casual Script

Mei

Best for: Fun, friendly vibes

Sacramento

Fine Script

Mei

Best for: Delicate, refined look

Allura

Romantic Script

Mei

Best for: Wedding, love themes

Alex Brush

Brush Script

Mei

Best for: Artistic, painterly feel

Satisfy

Smooth Script

Mei

Best for: Clean, flowing lines

Kaushan Script

Bold Script

Mei

Best for: Strong statements

Cookie

Sweet Script

Best for: Whimsical designs

Pinyon Script

Formal Script

Mei

Best for: Traditional elegance

Playfair Display

Elegant Serif

Mei

Best for: Sophisticated, classic

Abril Fatface

Bold Display

Mei

Best for: High impact

Lobster

Retro

Mei

Best for: Vintage aesthetic

Permanent Marker

Hand Drawn

Mei

Best for: Edgy, raw look

Shadows Into Light

Handwritten

Mei

Best for: Personal touch

Indie Flower

Playful

Mei

Best for: Youthful energy

Amatic SC

Narrow

Mei

Best for: Vertical spaces

Caveat

Natural

Mei

Best for: Organic feel

Tangerine

Delicate

Mei

Best for: Fine line work

Roboto

Modern Sans

Mei

Best for: Clean, minimal

About Mei Tattoos

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

Style Recommendations for Mei

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

Popular Placements

Mei tattoos look stunning on the Wrist, Ankle, Behind Ear. 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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Mei Tattoo FAQ

What does the name Mei mean?

Mei comes from Chinese origin and means “Beautiful”. This beautiful meaning makes it a popular choice for meaningful tribute tattoos.

What font style is best for a Mei tattoo?

We recommend Chinese, Delicate, Script styles for Mei tattoos. These complement the name's feminine character and work well in various sizes.

Where should I place a Mei tattoo?

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

How much does a Mei name tattoo cost?

A Mei 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.