20 Cartoon Character Tattoos That Take Us Back to Our Childhood

Growing up we all had our favorite cartoons — many of us probably still have a favorite cartoon today. Whether someone grew up binge watching cartoons on Saturday mornings with a bowl of cereal or they watched an episode of their favorite show at night before bed, cartoons are basically a staple of childhood. And with all of the adult cartoons that play nowadays, cartoons are kind of just an enjoyable part of life — no matter what someone's age is. I personally still love when a classic Disney movie pops up on Netflix. That is why it is no surprise at all that many people like to get a tattoo of a favorite cartoon character. 

It does not matter if one was a fan of Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, or stuck strictly to Disney Channel, there are so many iconic cartoons out there. Some enjoy the humor of The Simpsons or SpongeBob SquarePants, whereas others like the warmhearted stuff, such as Winnie the Pooh or Care Bears. And we are all familiar with the long list of Disney princesses, villains, talking animals, and aliens (of course Stitch had to be included).

There is so much that goes into creating our favorite cartoons, from the illustrations to the music to the voiceovers. And all of that thought and creativity is exactly why we love them. From the fierce girl power we learned from The Powerpuff Girls and Sailor Moon to the silly theme song of The Fairly OddParents to wishing we had our very own Pokémon, cartoons are a vital source of entertainment! 

Here are 20 tattoos people got of their favorite cartoon characters.

STITCH CARTOON TATTOO

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For anyone who watched Lilo & Stitch on repeat, this tattoo is definitely one to consider. The little blue alien looks super cute on her arm.

COSMO & WANDA TATTOOS

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Cosmo and Wanda from Fairly OddParents make an epic couples tattoo! This pair got them in the same place, and when they are next to each other the cartoon characters look like they are flirting.

ARISTOCATS CARTOON TATTOO

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This Aristocats tattoo is a sweet idea for a mom. It features the mom, Duchess, and her daughter, Marie. She also added her daughter's name and birthday to the piece.

WINNIE THE POOH CARTOON TATTOO

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Winnie the Pooh is a classic Disney character pretty much everyone loves! This colorful illustration features tons of books, so it's great for someone who enjoys reading or teaching as well as the lovable bear.

MICKEY MOUSE CARTOON TATTOO

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Of course everyone's favorite mouse makes a great tattoo. This animated star is the iconic symbol for all things Disney.

BULBASAUR CARTOON TATTOO

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Trading Pokémon cards was a very fond memory for many '90s kids. So why not get a favorite Pokémon tattoo? This happy Bulbasaur is adorable.

LISA SIMPSON CARTOON TATTOO

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The Simpsons has a cult following like no other when it comes to animation. This Lisa Simpson tattoo is funny, girly, and has just the right amount of attitude.

SAILOR MOON CARTOON TATTOO

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Moon Prism Power, Makeup! This vibrant Sailor Moon tattoo is perfect for anyone who ever dreamed of being a Sailor Scout.

ANGELICA CARTOON TATTOO

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Angelica may have been mean to the babies, but her sassiness and independence is why we love her. This Rugrats tattoo exudes "girl power."

JERRY CARTOON TATTOO

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Tom and Jerry is a cartoon that has been around since 1940! The two characters would make a fun best friend tattoo, but this solo Jerry illustration is cute all on its own.

SPONGEBOB CARTOON TATTOO

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It's pretty hard not to adore SpongeBob SquarePants. His obnoxious laugh, big heart, and skill for making the perfect krabby patty make him one lovable sea sponge.

POWERPUFF GIRLS CARTOON TATTOO

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Sure Batman and Superman are cool and all, but the Powerpuff Girls really know how to save a town from destruction! This fun tattoo features Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup surrounded by bright hearts and stars.

COURAGE CARTOON TATTOO

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Courage the Cowardly Dog was a show on Cartoon Network from 1999 to 2002. It was a little creepy, but Courage went through a lot to protect his owners from harm. That's why this quote is perfect — it reads: "Things I do for love."

MINION CARTOON TATTOO

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The little yellow guys from Despicable Me were the best part of the films, in my opinion! This minion tattoo is funny and has great detail.

JUDY CARTOON TATTOO

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Judy Funnie was the dramatic teenage sister on the Nickelodeon show Doug. For anyone who is a self-proclaimed drama queen, this may be the perfect tattoo.

DEXTER CARTOON TATTOO

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This Dexter's Laboratory tattoo captures the boy genius perfectly. This is an awesome tattoo idea for anyone who loved the show or loves science.

CRUELLA DE VIL CARTOON TATTOO

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One of Disney's most infamous villains is, of course, Cruella de Vil. This tattoo of the Dalmatian thief is totally on point, from her iconic hair to her sly expression.

LITTLE MERMAI CARTOON TATTOO

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This Little Mermaid tattoo has us wanting to sing "Under the Sea" out loud! The beautiful artwork features Ariel and her friends, Flounder and Sebastian.

CARE BEAR CARTOON TATTOO

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For all those whose favorite Care Bear was Grumpy Bear, they are sure to love this tattoo. Even though he is always unhappy about something, he is still adorable!

TINKER BELL CARTOON TATTOO

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Tinker Bell is another Disney favorite that would make a wonderful tattoo choice. This fairy illustration has amazing coloring and very clean line work.