48 Creative and Thoughtful Birthday Greetings for Any Special Person
Is someone’s birthday coming up, and you’re looking for the perfect way to express your excitement for them? If you’re stuck on coming up with meaningful birthday greetings this year, we’re here to help.
We’ve compiled lots of our favorite ways to wish someone a very happy birthday, and there’s no shortage of options! Whether you’re celebrating a milestone birthday for a family member or want to wish a colleague a happy birthday, we’ve got the perfect birthday message for you.
Discover the Best Birthday Greetings for Any Moment
It’s time to celebrate someone’s special day! Discover a unique and fresh way to say happy birthday to a friend, or find a funny birthday message idea for your comedy-loving partner. Whoever you’re celebrating and whatever they love, you’re sure to find a charming birthday greeting idea here — along with inspiration for a matching online birthday card.
Short and Sweet Birthday Greetings for Anyone
Design: Signature Greenvelope
These birthday greetings are ideal when you want to say more than “happy birthday” but still keep things short. Enjoy some of our go-to birthday message ideas for lovers of all things simple and sweet.
1. Have a wonderful birthday, [name]!
2. Have an incredible [age] birthday, [name]!
3. Happy b-day, [name]! Have a fantastic time.
4. Hope you have a lovely day filled with all of the things you love.
5. Have a fantastic birthday, [name]!
6. Happy birthday! Have a wonderful day.
7. Get your party shoes on, it’s time to celebrate!
Matching card: HBD Birthday Card
Happy Birthday Messages for Your Partner
Design: Signature Greenvelope
Let your loved one know you’re excited for their birthday with a greeting that goes beyond the basics. Share your excitement, joy, and happiness by personalizing one of these thoughtful messages.
8. Happy birthday, my love.
9. Wishing you the best birthday in the world.
10. Happy birthday to the best partner anyone could ever ask for.
11. Happy birthday! Excited to shower you with love and gifts with your friends and family this weekend.
12. The happiest of birthdays to my partner in crime, always and forever.
13. Life wouldn’t be the same without you by my side. Happy birthday, [name].
14. So excited to be with you for this moment. Happy [age] birthday, my love!
15. Nobody does things quite like you. Happy birthday to my always unusual other half!
Matching card: Biiirthday Card
Birthday Greetings for a Close Friend or Family Member
Design: Signature Greenvelope
You know your best friend or family member well enough to understand what they like, so let this help you find the perfect way to wish them an amazing big day. Take one of these meaningful birthday messages to a friend or family member as inspiration for crafting a personal message.
16. Have an incredible birthday, [name]! Save me a slice of that amazing homemade birthday cake?
17. Happy birthday, bestie!
18. Wishing a very happy birthday to a very special someone.
19. Have the best day, birthday girl!
20. Happy birthday to the best friend in the whole world. I’m so proud of you!
21. Thinking of you every day, but especially today on your [age] birthday!
22. You’re a wonderful person, [name]! Wishing you the best birthday, you deserve it.
23. Happy birthday to a very dear friend. May you have a day filled with rest, relaxation, and happiness.
24. Wishing a happy birthday to my favorite person in the world. I’ve got your back, always!
Matching card: Birthday Bestie Birthday Card
Adorable Happy Birthday Wishes for Little Ones
Design: Signature Greenvelope
It’s a nice thought to send a card to someone small, wishing them a very happy birthday. If you’re celebrating a child’s birthday, here are some sweet and fun messages to add some sparkle to their big day and make them feel extra special.
25. Happy birthday [name]! Hope you have the most lovely day celebrating with your best friends.
26. Sending you the biggest and best birthday wishes from your favorite [relation]!
27. Have an amazing day, my dear [name]! Can’t wait to come to your birthday party.
28. Wishing you a wonderful birthday, my darling [name]. Lots of love, [name].
29. I can’t believe you’re [age] already! You’re growing so fast. Have a wonderful birthday.
30. Happy birthday to my favorite little princess!
31. Yarrr! Have an awesome birthday, my favorite pirate!
32. Watching you grow up is such a blessing. Have an exciting birthday, [name]!
Matching card: Magical You Birthday Card
Birthday Messages to Celebrate a Milestone Birthday
Design: Signature Greenvelope
Every now and then, it’s time to celebrate a big milestone birthday. Whether you’re writing a card for a sweet 16 birthday, a 40th birthday, or a 70th birthday, these moments always feel a tad more joyous. Here’s how to honor the person of honor in a thoughtful birthday message.
33. Wishing you a very special birthday, [name]. We’re delighted to be celebrating [age] amazing years of you.
34. It’s a wonderful year to celebrate a [age] birthday. Time to party!
35. Happy [age] birthday! Congrats on everything you’ve achieved so far, and all of the amazing things still to come.
36. Big birthday celebrations incoming! Have an incredible day celebrating your [age] birthday!
37. It’s a joy to be here celebrating your [age] birthday. Have a magical day.
38. You’ve finally reached the big [age]. Time to throw an epic party to celebrate!
Matching card: Super Radical Birthday Card
Funny Birthday Wishes
Design: Signature Greenvelope
Some people just love to laugh. If their birthday is coming up, it’s the perfect time to crack a joke and make them smile. Pair one of these humorous birthday greetings with a funny birthday card for even more impact.
39. I might not have remembered to get you a birthday gift, but I did get you this card. Happy birthday!
40. Some people age like fine wine, but you haven’t been so lucky. Here’s to another year older!
41. I was going to include a thoughtful happy birthday quote, but we all know I’m much more entertaining!
42. Getting older might happen by default, but we don’t need to grow up just yet.
43. I’d wish you good health, but we all know that’s not happening. Here’s to another beer!
44. Happy birthday to the only person I’d consider sending a birthday card to.
Matching card: Getting Older Birthday Card
Birthday Greetings for Co-workers or Clients
Design: Signature Greenvelope
It’s not always easy to know what to write inside an email or greeting card for a co-worker or client — especially if someone’s already used your go-to greeting. Keep things professional but friendly with one of these great birthday greetings for someone you’re familiar with, but not necessarily close to.
45. Thanks for being a fantastic role model and mentor. Happy birthday, [name]!
46. Wishing you a very happy birthday, from all of us at [company name].
47. Happy birthday! Hope you have a wonderful day with your loved ones.
48. Sending you birthday wishes from the team and me at [company name].
Matching card: Hooray Birthday Card
Make Them Smile with the Perfect Birthday Greetings
Upgrade your standard “happy birthday” to something that feels more meaningful and fun with one of these birthday greeting ideas. Find the perfect way to express your joy or humor, then personalize it to suit the person you’re sending those birthday wishes to.
If you’re also looking for a fun way to share your message, choose one of our birthday card designs. Our online cards are customizable — change the layout, wording, photos, and colors to make it unique. Then, add your thoughtful birthday greeting, and you have a digital birthday card easy to send to anyone on their big day.
