Those small indentations above your buttocks, known as Venus dimples or sacral dimples, are a completely normal anatomical feature and nothing to worry about. They are not holes, signs of illness, or indicators of fertility, energy, or personality—they are simply where the skin attaches to ligaments connecting the pelvis to the spine.

These dimples are present from birth and appear in roughly 20–30% of people, slightly more common in women but seen in men as well. Despite the viral myths claiming they indicate fertility, past-life royalty, or “energy flow,” there is no scientific basis for such beliefs, and spreading these ideas can cause unnecessary anxiety or body shame.

Genetics primarily determine whether someone has Venus dimples, similar to traits like freckles or earlobe shape, and their visibility can be more pronounced on leaner body types, though they exist across all physiques.

They are celebrated in art and culture, giving rise to their name after the goddess of beauty, Venus, and are often seen as aesthetically pleasing.

Rarely, a sacral dimple may indicate a spinal issue if it is unusually deep, off-center, or accompanied by hair, discoloration, drainage, or neurological symptoms, but this affects only a small fraction of cases. For most people, dimples are simply a harmless and unique feature. They do not define health, worth, or beauty, and whether you have them or not, your body is normal, complete, and worthy of appreciation. They are a reminder that bodies do not need to carry hidden meanings to be valued—they exist perfectly as they are.