English Origin

Papa

“Father”

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

BoldClassicMemorial

Name Origin

Papa is a male name of English origin, meaning “Father”.

Recommended Styles

Bold

Classic

Memorial

Best Placements

Forearm

Chest

Upper Arm

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Papa in 20 Tattoo Fonts

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Great Vibes

Elegant Script

Papa

Best for: Feminine, romantic designs

Dancing Script

Flowing Script

Papa

Best for: Casual elegance

Pacifico

Casual Script

Papa

Best for: Fun, friendly vibes

Sacramento

Fine Script

Papa

Best for: Delicate, refined look

Allura

Romantic Script

Papa

Best for: Wedding, love themes

Alex Brush

Brush Script

Papa

Best for: Artistic, painterly feel

Satisfy

Smooth Script

Papa

Best for: Clean, flowing lines

Kaushan Script

Bold Script

Papa

Best for: Strong statements

Cookie

Sweet Script

Best for: Whimsical designs

Pinyon Script

Formal Script

Papa

Best for: Traditional elegance

Playfair Display

Elegant Serif

Papa

Best for: Sophisticated, classic

Abril Fatface

Bold Display

Papa

Best for: High impact

Lobster

Retro

Papa

Best for: Vintage aesthetic

Permanent Marker

Hand Drawn

Papa

Best for: Edgy, raw look

Shadows Into Light

Handwritten

Papa

Best for: Personal touch

Indie Flower

Playful

Papa

Best for: Youthful energy

Amatic SC

Narrow

Papa

Best for: Vertical spaces

Caveat

Natural

Papa

Best for: Organic feel

Tangerine

Delicate

Papa

Best for: Fine line work

Roboto

Modern Sans

Papa

Best for: Clean, minimal

About Papa Tattoos

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

Style Recommendations for Papa

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

Popular Placements

Papa tattoos look stunning on the Forearm, Chest, Upper Arm. 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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Papa Tattoo FAQ

What does the name Papa mean?

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

What font style is best for a Papa tattoo?

We recommend Bold, Classic, Memorial styles for Papa tattoos. These complement the name's masculine character and work well in various sizes.

Where should I place a Papa tattoo?

Popular placements for Papa tattoos include Forearm, Chest, Upper Arm. The best placement depends on the size you want and how visible you'd like it to be.

How much does a Papa name tattoo cost?

A Papa 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.