It is most often associated with the French monarchy in history, but it has actually graced the flags and crests of many countries. so you may find someone French with this tattoo in honor of their country. And you could just as easily find someone from Bosnia with the same tattoo for a similar reason.
The French tradition of the symbol was carried to the new world with the French settlers in places like Louisiana and what once was the Louisiana territory. It is also a country wide symbol for Canadians.
And surprisingly, there are even Egyptian ties to the symbol. The symbol has a very similar appearance as the lotus flower, so you can even find the Fleur De Lis in its lotus form in ancient Egyptian art.
So now that you know some history, you can decide if this tattoo is right for you. Maybe you don't really care about the historic significance. Maybe you are just a huge Saints fan. That's fine too. But with anything as permanent as a tattoo, it's good to know what other meanings your new tattoo could hold. That way you can be certain that you don't get any unwanted meanings attached to you.
The Fleur De Lis is a beautiful symbol that has been loved by people through out the centuries. The timeless allure of this symbol is sure to continue on for years to come.
