I have a pretty good feeling that you’re one of those people who doesn’t just want to give a birthday card with a pre-made message and a signature at the end.
And I get it!
There are some people you really want to feel special. People like…
- That incredible friend who supported you through a very hard time.
- A grandparent that was really there for you as a kid.
- An older sibling who always gave you helpful advice growing up.
- A teacher from middle school who really got you.
And while it’s really important to you that they know how amazing they are, you might not be so sure what to write in that card.
It’s a pretty birthday card and you know they’ll love it, but you want to make sure that what’s written inside will make them smile.
So if you’re that extra mindful person who wants to make your favorite person feel thought of, then here are a few ideas for you! 🎂
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What to Write in a Birthday Card for a Friend
Here are some great birthday card messages for a friend:
- Happy birthday, [name]! I’m so glad I get to celebrate your special day with you. I really couldn’t have asked for a better friend!
- Happy birthday! I know you have an amazing year ahead of you and I can’t wait to see all that you accomplish. Here’s to you!
- Happy birthday, [name]! I really hope you have an amazing day. You’re such an incredible person and you really do deserve it!
- Thank you for being in my life, I really appreciate our friendship and the kind of person you’ve always been. Happy birthday!
- Here’s to another year of you accomplishing so many more incredible things. I honestly don’t know how you do it!
- Happy birthday to legit the BEST person in the world! I don’t think you get how much better off this world is now that you’re in it!
- Please don’t ever forget how much you mean to me and everyone else. I am so glad you’re in my life; I’ve been better off for it. Happy birthday!
- Here’s another reminder that you should never forget how good of a person you are. Happy birthday and make sure to celebrate your special day. You deserve it!
- Thank you for being my friend. It’s such a privilege to be able to celebrate your birthday. You really are an amazing person. Love you!
- Don’t really know how I got to be this lucky, but I sure am glad we’re friends. Happy birthday to my best friend. I’ll always love you!
- Happy birthday bestie! Today is all about you and making you feel special. Let’s make it the most memorable birthday yet!
- I don’t know if you know this, but you’re the best friend I’ve ever had and I wish we could have met sooner. Happy birthday!
- Happy birthday to one incredible friend! I’m so glad I get to be with you on your special day. Let’s make it a great one, you really do deserve it!
- I honestly feel so blessed that you’re my good friend. You’ve been an incredible person in my life and I’m so happy I get to be in yours. Happy birthday!
- Just want you to know that you’re the most amazing friend I’ve ever had. You’ve always been there for me, and I’m so glad I get to be there for you. Love you and happy birthday!
- Happy birthday! Today is all about you and I’m so glad we’re all here to celebrate you! I couldn’t think of anyone else who deserves it more!
- Happy birthday, [name]! I don’t really think you know how much you mean to everyone, but I need you to know that we (and especially me) all love you. You really are incredible!
Birthday Wishes for a Family Member
Whether it’s your mom or an uncle, there’s almost always going to be a family member that you want to feel special.
Here are some birthday card wishes to give to your favorite person in the family:
- Happy birthday [family member]! Thank you for always being there for me and knowing how to make me feel special. Now it’s time to make you feel special too. Love you!
- Hey, don’t forget how amazing of a person you’ve been to me. I don’t really know how I would have gotten through so much without you. Happy birthday!
- Happy birthday! I’m so glad I get to be with you today and celebrate your birthday. And I’m so happy we’re family, you don’t know how much you mean to me. Love you!
- Another year of getting to have you in my life. Honestly, that makes me pretty happy! Let’s make more memories together this year. Happy birthday!
- Happy birthday! I’m pretty sure you’re my favorite family member, but just don’t tell the others! Seriously, I’m so glad you’re in my life. Love you!
- Today is all about you and making you feel special. You’re always making others feel loved and special, so just know that you deserve it. Happy birthday!
- I love you so much [family member]! I’m really happy we’re family, I couldn’t imagine my life without you (ever)! Happy birthday, let’s make this your best one yet!
- Today is your special day, so make sure you remember that! You’re always doing so much for others, and now it’s time to sit back, relax, and make it about you. Happy birthday and love you!
- I don’t think you really know what you mean to me. You’ve always been such an incredible family member and I couldn’t have gotten through [life event] without you. Happy birthday!
- Happy birthday [family member]! Thanks for always loving me and for all the times you’ve been there for me. It really means so much and I’m glad you’re my [mom, dad, aunt, uncle, etc.]! Love you!
- I know you’re always thinking of others, but it’s about time you started thinking about yourself. And what better time than your birthday, a day dedicated to you! Happy birthday!
- Happy birthday [family member]! I just want you to know that you are the most incredible person I know and you deserve so many more happy birthdays. Now let’s make this your most memorable one yet!
- You’ve always been such an amazing [sister, cousin, grandpa, etc.]. Thank you for all of the wonderful memories we’ve made together and all the ways you’ve supported me. I’ll always appreciate it. Happy birthday!
- I know you’re getting a lot of people wishing you happy birthday, but just know that I mean it more than them! Love you and happy birthday! You’re the best!
- Hey, I want you to know that I’m always going to be there for you and love you. You really have been a light in my life and I hope we get to spend many more birthdays together. I love you and happy birthday!
- I just can’t get over how amazing of a [son, daughter, niece, nephew, etc.] you are. I really believe that my life is better since you came into it, and I don’t want you to ever forget that. I’m always going to be there for you and love you. Happy birthday!
Birthday Card Messages for a Significant Other
This is the time to make the person you love feel extra special! Here are some ideas you can write in your SO’s birthday card:
- Happy birthday, love! I’m so glad you’re in my life, I honestly don’t know what I’d do without you. Let’s make today super memorable! Love you!
- I don’t care how many other people have told you happy birthday today, I mean it the most! You’re the best thing that’s ever happened to me. Love you!
- This is the first birthday that I get to spend with you and I can’t wait for more to come. Happy birthday baby, you really are the most amazing person that’s come into my life. I love you!
- If you haven’t gotten the memo yet, just know that I love you the most and I’m so happy I get to spend your special day with you. Happy birthday and love you babe!
- Hey, happy birthday! You might not think it’s that special, but I do and I’m gonna make sure today is incredible for you! Let’s make some amazing memories together. Love you!
- Happy birthday babe! I really am so glad for all of the years we’ve spent together. It’s been such a blessing to have you in my life!
- Another birthday is another reminder of how happy I am that I get to spend all of this time with you. Happy birthday love, let’s make a lot more memories together!
- Each year keeps on getting better since I’m with you. And I’m so happy that we have another one to experience together. I love you and happy birthday!
- I don’t think you know this, but I and so many others love you. Happy birthday babe, you deserve every good thing that comes your way and that includes an amazing day today!
- Happy birthday! Thank you for all that you’ve done for me and for being there for me in my best and worst of moments. I don’t know what I’d do without you. You really are the love of my life!
- Hey, I know you think you should be thinking about others, but it’s about time you thought of yourself. And I’m gonna be making sure you remember that today. Happy birthday love!
- Happy birthday babe! I’m so glad I get to celebrate you today and make you feel special. I just love you so much and I need you to know that. Here’s to you!
- Happy birthday! Today is the day to celebrate you coming into this world and I’m so happy you did! You have been such a blessing in my life. I love you!
- I don’t know if you knew this, but I love you and I’m so glad I get to celebrate another birthday with you. Here’s to all of the memories we have made and the ones that are yet to come!
- Happy birthday babe! You deserve all of my love and admiration and I’m so glad that I get to give it to you. You have been the most amazing person in my life!
- Today is all about you, so no more trying to put the focus on me or others. Happy birthday love! Let’s make this as special as possible!
- I’m pretty sure you’re the most deserving person when it comes to having a happy birthday. I don’t really know anyone else who could compete with you and how incredible you are. I love you and happy birthday baby!
What to Write in a Birthday Card for a Coworker
If you have a coworker you really appreciate, then there birthday is a great time to let them know! Here are a few ideas on what to write in your coworker’s birthday card:
- Happy birthday! It’s always been great working beside you and I’m glad I get another year to do it. I hope you have an incredible day with family and friends!
- Here’s to you and your special day! You’re always making our workspace a better place. I’m glad you’re here! Happy birthday!
- Happy birthday, [name]! You’ve honestly been my favorite person to get to know and work with. Here’s to another year of seeing what we can accomplish together!
- Hey, I hope you have a wonderful birthday! You’re always putting a smile on everyone’s face and you’re one of the kindest people I know. Thank you for being you!
- It’s honestly been such a blessing to work alongside you. You are one of the nicest people I know. Here’s to another year of new accomplishments together. Happy birthday!
- Happy birthday, [name]! I hope you know how much happier people have been since you’ve come into this workspace. You really do brighten up everyone’s day!
- Happy birthday! You’re always bringing an amazing energy into the office. I really hope today is the start of another incredible year for you!
- Happy belated birthday! I hope the day you spent outside of the office was really fun with family and friends. You deserve it!
- I know you have to work on your special day, but I want you to know how much you mean to me and everyone else on the team. We’re really glad you’re our coworker! Happy birthday!
- Happy birthday, [name]! You’re the funniest and nicest person I’ve ever gotten to work with and I want you to know that I appreciate you so much. I hope you have a nice time with the people you care about!
- I know you’re working today, but here’s a card and a gift to make it feel a bit more special. You deserve it for all the kindness you show everyday. Happy birthday!
- I hope you have a great birthday today! You are such an inspiration in the office and you make work a lot more fun. I’m so glad you’re here!
- Happy birthday! It’s so great to work with someone as motivated and as kind as you. I really do hope your year is filled with more exciting moments and lot of success!
- Happy birthday! Make sure to take the time today to relax and make things about you. You deserve it, you’re always working so hard and helping others!
- I know that I’m new to the team, but I’m really glad we’ve gotten to work together. You’ve always been so helpful and patient with me. I hope you have a wonderful birthday!
- Happy birthday, [name]! It’s been another amazing year working side-by-side. I hope you have a great time celebrating your special day with family and friends.
How do you write a meaningful birthday message?
One of the best ways to write a meaningful birthday message is to first think about what that person means to you. What have they done for you, what have they helped you get through, and what are your most fond memories together?
Then think about the words you’d use to describe this person. And finally, create your meaningful birthday message by using those words, maybe mentioning that special memory, and letting them know how much they mean to you.
It’s a great way to make them feel appreciated on their special day!
There are so many ways to make someone feel special on their birthday, and having just the right message on their card can really do it!
So whether you want to be sentimental, sweet, or romantic, I hope these ideas gave you exactly what you needed.
PS – Which of these birthday wishes did you choose for your card? I’d like to know!
Grace is the owner of Chasing Foxes, a lifestyle blog that's here to help women level up their lives in almost every way possible.
