Nyjah Huston is a world-famous American professional skateboarder who is one of the highest-paid skateboarders in the world. Apart from this, he is famous among his fans for his unique body tats. Let’s scroll further to know more details regarding his tattoos along with their meanings. 
1. Rose Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Rose’ tattoo on his chest.
Meaning: A rose tattoo symbolizes love, passion, feelings, emotions, royalty, affection, gratitude, mature love, and protection from an envious lover.
2. ‘Blessed’ tattoo on his left torso
3. Lion Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Lion’ tattoo on his abdominal area.
Meaning: Nyjah got this tattoo inked in May 2019. On May 26, 2019, he uploaded the picture of this tattoo on his Instagram handle with the caption,
New stomach piece! The Lion has always been my animal since the young Rasta days. It was only right. Beast up.”
In an interview with GQ in June 2021, Nyjah said,
I really like the stomach right on my stomach because the lion has always been my kind of animal. I had dreads growing up. I didn’t cut my hair literally till I was 16. I had these long dreads, and I was like, kinda my main. And that what I was known as a kid was just this little kid that shredded, and with the long dreads, that’s what the lion represents. A whole lot of pride in that one.”
4. Anchor Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Anchor’ tattoo on his left leg.
Meaning: An anchor tattoo symbolizes stability, calmness, strength, safety, determination, security, peace, and good times.
5. ‘Wolf with Pine Trees’ Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Wolf with Pine Trees’ tattoo on his left arm.
Meaning: Nyjah got this tattoo inked by the tattoo artist, Sam Dusenberry, in October 2015. On October 22, 2015, he uploaded the picture of this tattoo on his Instagram handle with the caption,
Wolfy! And I💚pine trees🌲 thanks brotha @samdusenberry”
Wolf tattoo symbolizes loyalty, togetherness, strength, protection, devotion, royalty, family, traditions, and emotional attachments. The pine tree tattoo symbolizes long life, growth, new beginnings, beliefs, spirituality, and adaptation.
6. ‘SKATE AND DESTROY’ Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘SKATE AND DESTROY’ tattoo on his right forearm.
Meaning: This is the first tattoo that Nyjah got inked in November 2013. In an interview with Inked Mag in May 2020, he said,
At first I was like, ‘God, no man, that sounds crazy. I wasn’t ready for that and I don’t even know if I ever wanted one. And then he kept talking to me about it and then eventually I was like, ‘Fuck it. I’m down.’ And then I went outside and I got it.”
He got this tattoo inked by the tattoo artist, Mike.
7. ‘LIVE AND ENJOY’ tattoo on his left forearm
8. Eagle Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Eagle’ tattoo on his right forearm.
Meaning: Eagle tattoo symbolizes power, dominance, spirituality, freedom, luck, authority, wisdom, knowledge, and fight. He got this tattoo inked in July 2013.
9. ‘Ambition’ Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Ambition’ tattoo on his right forearm.
Meaning: Nyjah got this tattoo inked by the tattoo artist, Paultimmanin, in June 2013. On June 3, 2013, he uploaded the picture of this tattoo on his Instagram handle with the caption,
Ambition: The desire for achievement.”
Nyjah Huston getting his ‘Ambition’ tattoo inked by the tattoo artist, Paultimman, in July 2013
10. Skull Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Skull’ tattoo on his right forearm.
Meaning: Skull tattoo symbolizes the two extreme possibilities of any situation; good and evil, life and death, positive and negative, etc. He got this tattoo inked in November 2013.
11. ‘Fear’ tattoo on his right wrist
12. ‘Beauty’ tattoo on his left leg
13. ‘Portrait of a Girl’ Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Portrait of a Girl’ tattoo on his left hand.
Meaning: Nyjah got this tattoo inked by one of his favorites tattoo artists, Daniel Silva. In an interview with GQ, he said,
I really liked the chick right here on my left hand. Don’t actually know who it is when I get girls on me or something like that. I don’t really like to pick who it is. I just let the tattoo artists give me some options and I’ll just pick one.”
14. ‘Wolf’ tattoo on his right hand
15. Illuminati Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Illuminati’ tattoo on the right side of his neck.
Meaning: Illuminati refers to the group’s name (real or fictitious) to protect the public from religious abuses. In an interview with GQ in June 2012, he said,
On my right side, I have a triangle with an eye in it. It has an Illuminati vibe to it.”
16. ‘Portrait of Mother’ Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Portrait of Mother’ tattoo on his left pec.
Meaning: In November 2014, Nyjah got this tattoo inked by the tattoo artist, Kelle Huston, which he later got removed by the laser treatment. In an interview with Inked Mag in May 2020, he said,
Obviously, I love my mom so much and she’s the best ever, but I didn’t like the way it was. It was too light-colored for that area, and I wanted my chest to be darker. I’d gotten some other stuff on the other side—a clock, a flower, and shit. After a couple of years, I was just like, ‘Damn, I fucking hate to do this over my mom’s tattoo. My mom’s so chill about everything. She didn’t mind. Oh, by the time I even showed her, I had already gotten a new tattoo for my mom. So it’s all good. She’s still there.”
17. Clock Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Clock’ tattoo on his left pec.
Meaning: Nyjah got this tattoo inked after going through the laser treatment for the tattoo removal process for removing his mother’s portrait since it was inked in a light color. Clock tattoo symbolizes the cycles of life, infinite love, existence, stability, and happiness.
18. Crown Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Crown’ tattoo on his right index finger.
Meaning: Crown tattoo symbolizes royalty, luxury, victory, glory, success, and wisdom.
19. Mandala Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Mandala’ tattoo on his left shoulder.
Meaning: Mandala is a design usually drawn in a circular shape that symbolizes universe, balance, protection, perfection, bliss, and harmony.
20. ‘Eagle’ tattoo on the left side of his neck
Meaning: According to Nyjah, the most painful experience for him was to get his neck tattooed. In an interview with Inked Mag in May 2020, he said,
It was a mission. That’s one of the hardest things to do about committing to something like that. It’s knowing, ‘Damn, I know I’m going to be hyped on this after, but I really have to sit here for 20 hours and go through this shit.’ Just that thought of, ‘I have to be in pain for this long.”
21. ‘DEATH IS CERTAIN’ tattoo on his right torso
22. Skull and Crossbones Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Skull and Crossbones’ tattoo on his right torso.
Meaning: The tattoo symbolizes danger, poison, pirates, toxicity, and death.
23. Butterflies Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Butterflies’ tattoo on his right torso.
Meaning: Butterfly tattoo symbolizes new beginnings, transformation, rebirth, change, freedom, joy, and grace.
24. Key Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Key’ tattoo on his right thumb.
Meaning: Key tattoo represents freedom, opportunities, control, mystery, and precious things of life.
25. ‘Anchor’ tattoo on his right leg
Meaning: Nyjah got the tattoo of an anchor with a banner that says, “STAY SKETCHY” on his right leg.
26. ‘Blood Sweat & Tears’ tattoo on his right arm
27. ‘Ferret on Skateboard’ Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Ferret on Skateboard’ tattoo on his left inner thigh.
Meaning: He got this tattoo inked in June 2021. In an interview with GQ in June 2021, he said,
It’s a ferret on a skateboard. My friend, this girl, Michelle, is obsessed with ferrets. Like every time I see her, she’d be like when are you getting your ferret? When you got all these tattoos and you’re not going to get a tattoo. And then I, my body Cody was in town tattooing. I wasn’t even in the mood to think about it and was trying to figure out what I wanted. So, I was like wow I guess I’m literally going to get this ferret tattoo and just be a good friend. So, I got a fetter on a skateboard and it actually came out pretty well.”
28. Jason Mask Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Jason Mask’ tattoo on his left leg.
Meaning: Jason mask is the mask which was worn by ‘Jason Voorhees’ in the American horror franchise, ‘Friday the 13th’.
29. Grim Reaper Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Grim Reaper’ tattoo on his left thigh.
Meaning: Grim reaper tattoo represents bravery, courage, good times, and death. It also symbolizes the cycles of life.
30. Lion Skull Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Lion Skull’ tattoo on his left thigh.
Meaning: Lion Skull tattoo represents strength, authority, wisdom, death, and bravery.
31. Waffle Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Waffle’ tattoo on his left leg.
Meaning: In an interview with GQ in June 2021, he said,
Recently I have got a waffle tattoo. I love waffles. So what can I say, waffles are fire.”
32. Compass Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Compass’ tattoo on his right pec.
Meaning: Compass tattoo symbolizes good times, journeys, new beginnings, destinations, travel, and good luck.
33. ‘Mandala’ tattoo on his neck
Meaning: Nyjah got this tattoo inked by the tattoo artist, Thomas Hooper, in February 2017. On February 10, 2017, he shared the picture on his Twitter account with the caption,
Bout that time!! Let’s get it.”
Nyjah Huston getting his ‘Mandala’ tattoo inked by the tattoo artist, Thomas Hooper, on February 10, 2017
34. ‘100’ tattoo on his right leg
35. ‘LIFESTYLE’ tattoo on his left leg
36. ‘Skeleton Middle Finger’ Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Skeleton Middle Finger’ tattoo on his left thigh.
Meaning: In an interview, he said,
The tattoos on my right leg are dedicated to the random stuff.”
37. ‘Green-Colored Eye’ Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Green-Colored Eye’ tattoo on his left forearm.
Meaning: According to him, this tattoo is dedicated to one of his friends. In an interview with GQ in June 2021, he said,
This eye is actually is one of my friend’s eyes.”
38. ‘Half-Butterfly Half-Skull’ Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Half-Butterfly Half-Skull’ tattoo on his left knee.
Meaning: This is a unique tattoo that represents both the positive and negative aspects of the two things; right or wrong, day or night, life or death, etc. In an interview, he said,
On my knee, I got this half-butterfly half-skull tattoo.”
39. Tattoo on his left leg
40. Pirate Skull Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Pirate Skull’ tattoo on his right knee.
Meaning: Such tattoos are the symbols of victory, success, strength, protection, glory, and fight.
41. Ship Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Ship’ tattoo on his right leg.
Meaning: Ship tattoo symbolizes journeys, travel, destination, direction, bravery, paths, and independence.
42. Tattoo on his left leg
43. ‘Compass’ tattoo on his left leg
44. ‘Portrait’ tattoo on his left arm
45. ‘Crown’ tattoo on his left torso
Meaning: He got this tattoo inked in December 2019.
46. ‘American Flag’ Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘American Flag’ tattoo on his right torso.
Meaning: To honor his country, America, he got an ‘American Flag’ tattoo inked on his body.
47. Diamond Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Diamond’ tattoo on his right forearm.
Meaning: Diamond tattoo signifies luxury, beauty, power, money, wealth, and demands.
48. ‘Heart with Banner’ Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Heart with Banner’ tattoo on his right shoulder.
Meaning: To express his love for his mother, Nyjah got the tattoo of a ‘heart with the banner’ that says ‘MOM’. Such types of tattoos are usually inked to express love, emotions, feelings, and gratitude for the loved one.
49. ‘Geometrical Designs’ tattoo on his back and hips
Meaning: In an interview in 2021, he said,
I only started my back like a year ago. My buddy did it. He’s a really good artist who works at Bangbang in New York. The whole thing is symmetrical. There are like two things on each side going down the back most of it going in the middle. And then on my ass, there are like two geometric designs on each side that match with the back of my shoulder blades.”
50. ‘WHY ARE WE HERE’ tattoo on his left thigh
51. Tattoo the backside of his legs
52. ‘Tiny Rose’ tattoo on his left thigh
53. ‘Portrait of a Woman’ tattoo on his left leg
54. Anarchy Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Anarchy’ tattoo on his left torso.
Meaning: Anarchy refers to a group of people or society that works without any governing body. The tattoo of the symbol of anarchy symbolizes that the wearer believes in the anarchy system.
55. ‘Ski Mask’ tattoo on his left torso
56. ‘Skeleton holding a Rose’ Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Skeleton holding a Rose’ tattoo on his left torso.
Meaning: Generally, this tattoo represents the period of life when the wearer has lost a beloved someone.
57. Tattoo on his left torso
58. Crossed Swords Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Crossed Swords’ tattoo on his left torso.
Meaning: It symbolizes bravery, fight, strength, battle, pride, protection, and authority.
59. ‘dedication’ tattoo on his right torso
60. Wasp Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Wasp’ tattoo near his right armpits.
Meaning: Wasp tattoo symbolizes control, progress, determination, growth, and hard work.
61. ‘Geometrical pattern’ tattoo on his right torso
62. Club Symbol Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Club Symbol’ tattoo on his right torso.
Meaning: This tattoo symbolizes work, luck, good times, happiness, wealth, power, and success.
63. Several other tattoos on his legs
64. ‘Mandala’ tattoo on his left leg
65. Tattoo on his right torso
66. ‘Skateboard’ tattoo on his right arm
67. Tattoo on his left leg
68. ‘TILL DEATH’ tattoo on his left leg
69. Cross Swords Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Cross Swords’ tattoo on his left thigh.
Meaning: Cross swords tattoo symbolizes fight, battle, progress, courage, protection, shield, pride, defense, and event of the crucifixion of Jesus.
70. Tattoo on his right leg
71. ‘Portrait’ tattoo on his left arm
72. Tattoo on his left leg
73. Tattoo on his left forearm
74. Tattoo on his right arm
75. Yin and Yang Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Yin and Yang’ tattoo on his right ring finger.
Meaning: Yin and yang represent the two extreme possibilities of any situation like male and female, life and death, positivity and negativity, day and night, etc. The tattoo was inked by the tattoo artist, Daniel Silva.
76. Coffin tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Coffin’ tattoo on his right ring finger.
Meaning: Coffin tattoo represents endings, loss, depression, death, rebirth, and new beginnings. It also shows that the wearer is happy and satisfied with his life.
77. ‘Key’ tattoo on his right thigh
78. ‘Darkness’ tattoo on his left leg
79. Tattoo on his right pinky finger
80. Tattoo on his right middle finger
81. Tattoo on his left thigh
82. Dragonfly Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Dragonfly’ tattoo on his left ribcage.
Meaning: Dragonfly tattoo symbolizes good times, good luck, prosperity, growth, change, new beginnings, rebirth, and happiness.
83. Tattoo on his right thigh
Meaning: This tattoo refers to the symbol of ‘Disorder Skateboard’ by Nyjah himself.
84. Hamsa Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Hamsa’ tattoo on his right index finger.
Meaning: Popularly, the ‘Hamsa’ tattoo is known as the ‘Hand of God’. It symbolizes happiness, blessings, luck, good times, and protection from envious people.
85. Tattoo on his right forearm
86. ‘Skull’ tattoo on his left forearm
87. Praying Hands Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Praying Hands’ tattoo on his left torso.
Meaning: Praying hands tattoo signifies prayers, dedication, respect, gratitude, and blessings. Such tattoos are often inked by the Christians to pay tribute and respect for the powers of Lord Jesus.
88. Tattoo on his left torso
89. Tattoo on his right leg
90. ‘Lion’ tattoo on his right arm
91. Tattoo on his right thigh
92. Tattoo on his left thigh
93. Tattoo on his right elbow
94. ‘MCMXCIV’ Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘MCMXCIV’ tattoo on his left torso.
Meaning: The Roman numeral ‘MCMXCIV’ refers to the number ‘1994’ which is the birth year of Nyjah Huston, who was born on November 30, 1994.
95. Spiked Metal Ball Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Spiked Metal Ball’ tattoo on his right torso.
Meaning: Metal Ball tattoo symbolizes hard work, passion, wealth, etc.
96. ‘Mandala’ tattoo on his shoulders
97. Owl Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Owl’ tattoo on his right arm.
Meaning: Owl tattoo symbolizes mystery, wisdom, knowledge, hidden talent, spiritual growth, and guidance.
98. ‘热情’ Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘热情’ tattoo on his right forearm.
Meaning: This tattoo is inked in the Japanese language which means ‘passion’ in English. He got this tattoo inked in August 2013. On August 8, 2013, he uploaded the picture of this tattoo on his Instagram handle with the caption,
Means passion! From the Japanese side of me”
99. Tattoo on his right shoulder
100. Tattoo on his left leg
101. Tattoo on his right leg
102. Tattoo on his right thigh
103. Tattoo on his lower abdomen
104. Tattoo on the nape of his neck
105. Tattoo on his left thigh
106. Tattoo on his right thigh
107. Tattoo on his right leg
108. Tattoo on his left leg
109. Tattoo on his right middle finger
110. ‘Cross’ tattoo on his right ring finger
111. Tattoo on his left leg
112. Tattoo on his right index finger
113. Tattoo on his right thigh
114. Tattoo on his right pinky finger
115. Tattoo on his left torso
116. Tattoo near his right ankle
117. Tattoo on his right thigh
118. Tattoo on his left thigh
119. Tattoo on his right ribcage
120. Tattoo on his back
121. Palm Tree Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Palm Tree’ tattoo on his right forearm.
Meaning: Palm tree symbolizes victory, success, peace, calmness, bliss, and growth.
122. Sunflower Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Sunflower’ tattoo on his right forearm.
Meaning: Sunflower tattoo symbolizes romance, love, loyalty, adoration, wisdom, and joy.
123. Mushroom Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Mushroom’ tattoo on his left thigh.
Meaning: Mushroom tattoo symbolizes mysteries, magic, good times, pleasures, growth, and good fortune.
124. Tattoo on his left thigh
125. Tattoo on his lower abdomen
126. Tattoo on his abdominal area
127. ‘WHERE WE LIVE WITHOUT FEAR’ tattoo on his right thigh
128. Tattoo on his lower back
129. Tattoo on his left thigh
130. ‘WELCOME TO DARKSIDE’ tattoo on his left thigh
131. ‘Compass’ tattoo on the right side of his torso
132. Tombstone Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘TOMBSTONE’ tattoo on his right torso.
Meaning: Tombstone tattoo signifies the memory of beloved someone. Nyjah got the tattoo of the tombstone with the words ‘SEE YA SOON’ inked on it.
