It's that time of year again: it's your loved one's birthday! A wonderful day filled with cake, presents, and photo opportunities. When it comes time to prepare, don't pass up the chance to brag about how wonderful your loved one is! With a card and a sweet sentiment, let them know how special they are. If you're looking for inspiration, you're at the right place! Here are 101 best birthday wishes for your loved one or best friend that you can personalize and tweak to make them feel extra special.
From thoughtful, heartfelt messages to silly, pithy one-liners, you're sure to find something that's just right for your loved one! These happy birthday messages and wishes can be easily sent via text message or chat to maintain the friendship connection! It's the perfect way to show your affection and gratitude for sticking by you for another rotation around the sun.
This collection of happy birthday quotes hopes to help you express what a wonderful gift your best friend or a loved one is to you. It's fascinating to see how the right words and actions can make someone feel loved and appreciated.
A best friend is someone with whom you share a truly unique body and who cares for you, accepts you for who you are, motivates you, stands by your side even when everyone else is walking away, and does a lot more.
If your best friend's or loved one's birthday is approaching, we hope these quotes, phrases, sayings, and messages help you find the right words to wish them a happy birthday.
Happy Birthday Quotes
1. “The birthday candles may shine bright, but you shine brighter. Happy birthday!”
2. “Peace, love, blessings, and a very happy birthday to you!”
3. “I feel so lucky to have you as my friend. Happy birthday.”
4. “Congrats on another trip around the sun! I hope this day is full of cake, memories, and fun.”
5. “The best gift is the gift of friendship. So, that is what I got you for your birthday! Don’t worry… I got you a real present too”
6. “Birthdays are always cool, but your birthday’s the coolest. Have a good one!”
7. “Birthdays come around every year, but friends like you only come once in a lifetime. I’m so glad you came into my life. Best wishes on your special day.”
8. “We’ve shared so many birthdays together, and each next year just gets better than the last. Cheers to friends forever!”
9. “For many people, the word friend is just a sequence of letters. For me, it is the source of happiness and strength because of you. Happy Birthday, buddy!”
10. “Best friends are hard to come by. That’s why on this special day I wanted to let you know just how much your friendship means to me. Happy birthday my friend.”
Happy Birthday Mom Quotes
11. “One day a year is all about you, and that day’s today! Happy birthday!”
12. “Happy Birthday to my amazing mother, mentor, and friend. May God bless you each year.”
13. “Happy birthday, Mom! I’m so thankful to have you as my mother. There are many children who don’t get along with their parents. I’m incredibly glad I’m not one of them. I truly value my relationship with you and look forward to becoming closer as the years pass.”
14. “All of my crazy comes from you, and I wouldn't have it any other way. Happy Birthday Mom!”
15. “You are my first friend, my best friend, and my forever friend. I can't wait to help you celebrate your birthday! Happy Birthday Mom.”
16. “Happy Birthday to the sweetest mom in the world!”
17. “When nothing goes right, I go to you. You’re my go-to person at every hour. Happy birthday.”
18. “Everything that's awesome about me, I got from you. Happy Birthday and stay awesome!”
19. “The world is a little bit brighter because of you. Happy Birthday, buddy!”
20. “Here’s wishing you a birthday filled with blessings: the gold at the end of the rainbow, many four-leafed clovers, and the love of a good family. Happy birthday!”
Happy Birthday Quotes for Best Friend
21. “I am grateful for your true friendship. Hope your birthday is amazing as you are my best friend!”
22. “Happy birthday to my best friend. I hope it is filled with awesomeness!”
23. “Happiest birthday to my best friend. You deserve all the wonderful things that you have right now. You are the purest soul, and you have the biggest heart. I love you.”
24. “From good friends and true, from old friends and new, may good luck go with you and happiness, too!”
25. “I wish you love and joy. Thank you for being my best friend.”
26. “The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate.”
27. “Today it is time to tell you that I have forgotten when you became family to me. Happy birthday, my dearest friend!”
28. “Happy birthday to a truly beautiful soul. Friends like you only come once in a lifetime.”
29. “I am so proud to be your best friend. May you have a happy and healthy birthday!”
30. “Happy Birthday to my amazing, beautiful, and fabulous best friend.”
Happy Birthday Quotes for Friend
31. “Warm wishes and lots of love on your birthday and all year round. Happy birthday!”
32. “Happy birthday my dear friend, may the bright colors paint your life and you be happy forever. Stay blessed.”
33. “Happy Birthday to the friend I couldn’t live without!”
34. “Having you as my friend is a privilege to me. Happy birthday. You are precious.”
35. “I am looking forward to many more years of friendship and birthdays with you. Have a fantastic birthday.”
36. “A friend is one with whom I share happiness, but a best friend is one with whom I can share grief, too. Happy birthday to my best friend!”
37. “I hope your birthday is as sweet as the cake. And the year to follow is filled with as much joy as you bring your friends!”
38. “Thanks for another year of being an awesome friend. Happy birthday dear friend!”
39. “I hope your birthday is as special as you are, friend.”
40. “Another year, another challenge my friend. But, you need to always remember to keep smiling and have a positive outlook on life, and everything is going to be fine. Happy Birthday!”
Happy Birthday Daughter Quotes
41. “We love a birthday queen, and you do the title justice. Happy birthday!”
42. “Happy birthday to the sweetest girl I know!”
43. “You’re the best thing that ever happened to me. Happy birthday!”
44. “May God grant you all the desires of your heart. Happy birthday.”
45. “A birthday wish for you, may all your dreams come true!”
46. “Happy birthday to my greatest dream come true!”
47. “Happy birthday to the sweetest girl I know!”
48. “Joy, love, and lots of cake on your very happy birthday!”
49. “You’re my biggest inspiration. Happy birthday, dear!”
50. “Nothing lights up my world more than you! Wishing you the happiest birthday ever.”
Happy Birthday Son Quotes
51. “Thank you for being an amazing son. My heart beats for you! Happy birthday.”
52. “You’re the biggest ray of light in our entire family. Happy birthday to my beloved son!”
53. “Happy birthday, son! The world is a better place because you’re in it!”
54. “Your presence is the greatest gift I’ve ever received. I thank God every day for you. Happy birthday, my dear son.”
55. “Happy birthday to the person who always brings a smile to my face.”
56. “No one can make me laugh and smile like you do. You’re such a joy to be around. Happy birthday!”
57. “Wishing my fun and forever boisterous boy a fabulous birthday!”
58. “My prayer is that you remain the kind-hearted person you’ve always been. Wishing you nothing but the best today and always!”
59. “God knew what He was doing when He brought you into my life. Happy birthday, son.”
60. “Happy birthday to my handsome son!”
Happy Birthday Sister Quotes
61. “You are my sister, you are my friend. We will be pals to the very end. Happy Birthday to my Sis-Friend.”
62. “Today, you’re the birthday queen and should not accept anything less. Drink, eat, be merry, and have a happy birthday!”
63. “May the joy that you have spread in the past come back to you on this day. Wishing you a very happy birthday!”
64. “You are so loved today and every day. Happy Birthday!”
65. “You know you are getting old when the candles cost more than the cake.”
66. “You’re the most amazing, beautiful and strongest person I’ve ever met. I’m really proud that you’re my sister. Happy birthday!”
67. “My crazy, loving, caring and fun sister, life without you would have been a nasty twister. Happy birthday.”
68. “Never think you are alone. I am always here. For all of you. Happy birthday.”
69. “To my sister on your birthday: May your special day be every bit as magical and wonderful as you.”
70. “Let’s light the candles and celebrate this special day of your life. Happy birthday.”
Happy Birthday Brother Quotes
71. “A brother is a friend given to us by nature. Happy birthday!”
72. “Everyday you sparkle but today you rule! Happy Birthday!”
73. “Having you as my brother is the best gift anyone could ever ask for, and it’s not even my birthday!”
74. “Our bond becomes stronger with every passing year, so I’m wishing you an extra special birthday today.”
75. “Despite our many misunderstandings and fights, you know that deep inside we love each other more than anything in this world. Happy birthday to you, my dearest brother.”
76. “Happy birthday to my hero and role model, my wonderful brother.”
77. “My warmest wishes and my deepest love on your birthday and forever!”
78. “I am the luckiest person in the world to have a best bud and brother in one single package. Thanks for being you!”
79. “Best wishes on your birthday! You deserve all the wonderful things in this world because you are the best person I know. I love you! Happy birthday!”
80. “You are my oldest and best friend. Happy birthday, brother.”
Happy Birthday Husband Quotes
81. “This world is so much better because you’re in it. Happy birthday!”
82. “A Toast to My Husband, You’re my best friend, my confidant, the love of my life. I can’t wait to celebrate you. Happy Birthday!”
83. “Happy Birthday My husband, my friend-my someone, my all. You mean the world to me.”
84. “Happy Birthday to My Husband. No matter how old you’re turning, you’ll always be young at heart. I love you.”
85. “Happy Birthday. You are wonderful and amazing! Thank you for making me happy. I love you…”
86. “Happy Birthday. Today I celebrate you, my husband, my true love. Cheers to you!”
87. “Happy birthday to a person that’s charming, talented, and witty, and reminds me a lot of myself.”
88. “Happy Birthday To My Husband. You sweep me up, carry me to the highest heights, and regularly save the day. Here’s to you, my superhero!”
89. “Happy birthday to one of the nicest people I have ever met. May this year be even more wonderful and blessed.”
90. “To The Wonderful Man I Love, Happy Birthday. I never knew what soulmate meant until I met you.”
Happy Birthday Quotes for Her
91. “Sending you the brightest wishes for a wonderful year ahead. Happy Birthday!”
92. “Hoping your birthday is as heavenly as you are!”
93. “Happy Birthday. From start to finish, may your special day be the most delightful one yet!”
94. “I promise that the more birthday candles you blow, the more I will be here for you to celebrate every special event in your life. Happy birthday!”
95. “Thinking of you on your birthday, and wishing you all the best! I hope it is as fantastic as you are!”
96. “There are a million birthday wishes I could give you, but the most important thing is to know that I love you.”
97. “Happy Birthday. Here’s to a stress free year filled with bundles of good luck!”
98. “On your birthday may your spirit be enriched in light, love, and hope for a prosperous year ahead.”
99. “Happy Birthday. The past has come and gone and the best years are yet to come! Wishing you a long, happy, and healthy life!”
100. “Your birthday outshines the other 364 days. Happy Bday!”
101. “Here’s to someone who makes any age look good. (Even if it’s not your real age.) Happy Birthday!”
Which of these happy birthday quotes did you like most?
True friends and companions are essential in life. They enrich our lives and are always there for us no matter what. Although it can be difficult to find the right words to say to your best friend and loved one on their birthday, we hope the above happy birthday quotes and sayings have given you some ideas.
Have you enjoyed these happy birthday quotes? Which of the following quotes was your favorite? Please let us know in the comments below.