Birthdays only come once a year – so why not try to make someone’s day extra special with a heartfelt birthday greeting? While your feelings of love and care for this special celebrant might be through the roof, it can be hard to encapsulate how you feel into such a short snippet of text. So how can you make sure that they truly know how happy you are to have them in your life on their special day?
• Funny Birthday Texts
• Special Birthday Greetings
• Romantic Birthday Wishes
• Belated Birthday Greetings
If you’re at a loss for words, don’t sweat it. We all go through the challenge of finding the right words for someone’s big day. That’s why we’ve put together this long list of textable birthday wishes that you can send to your celebrant to make them feel special on this once a year event.
Funny Birthday Texts
If you want to keep it light and carefree, then a funny birthday text can be a great way to send your love on that celebrant’s special day. Light hearted and easy, a funny birthday text can be an appropriate greeting for lots of different people – a and old beloved high school friend, a sibling, or even that funny uncle you haven’t seen in a while.
• I tried to get you something as amazing and wonderful as you for your birthday this year, but I couldn’t fit into the package! Happy birthday!
• Happy birthday, dear friend! I actually forgot it was your birthday today, but I could see the candles on your cake from a mile away. Make sure you blow them out fast!
• Forget about the past – you can’t change it. Forget about the future – you’ll never know what it holds. Forget about the present – I didn’t get you one this year. Happy birthday!
• I know you’re starting to get a little older, so for this birthday, I’m giving you advice on how to make people think you’re younger. Just lie about your age! Happy birthday!
• On this special day, I hope you remember that you can be anything you want to be – except younger. Happy birthday!
• On your birthday, I want to give you a piece of intelligent advice. It’s okay to flirt with whoever you want as much as you want – you’ve basically become harmless at this age!
• Happy birthday to someone who’s just about old enough to know how it felt to poop without a smart phone in hand!
• Happy birthday! Don’t forget that age is just a number – in your case, a really big number.
• Happy birthday! As your friend, I think it’s only fair that I give you two things you should expect as you get older. The first is that your memory will start to get bad. I’ll tell you the second one when I remember.
Special Birthday Greetings
Not all birthdays are equal. For instance, 18th birthdays and 50th birthdays are extra special because they mark specific milestones in a person’s life. So, if that friend or family member is celebrating a birthday that’s different from the others, it pays to send a happy birthday text that fits the special day.
• Your birthday is a special day we celebrate the gift of you to the world. Happiest birthday!
• My dearest friend, you’ve never failed me all these years, and you redefine what friendship means to me. I wish you nothing but the best on this special day.
• May this birthday bring you an extra share of all the things – big and small – that make you the happiest person in the world.
• The life of a person is not measured in years, but with each footprint that they leave behind in the hearts of those they love.
• On your birthday, take this special gift I’ve prepare for you. I hope it brings you joy, just as the gift of your friendship has brought light and love into my life.
• You are the icing on the cake of life! Enjoy your special day and look forward to this wonderful new chapter in your life.
• Whenever I’m asked who my best friend is, you’re always the first person on my mind. I hope this birthday – and all your birthdays to come – are as special and wonderful as you are!
• The passing of time hasn’t changed you, but instead has made you shine even more brilliant than ever before. Thank you for sharing your friendship with me. Happy birthday!
• Your birthday isn’t only a reason to celebrate a new year, but a reason for me to rejoice at the year that has been. Thank you for all the memories, the laughs, and the days you spent by my side. Happy birthday!
• On this special day, I celebrate another year that I get to keep you in my life. Happiest birthday, and thank you for being one of the most wonderful friends I could ever ask to have!
• My life would not have been the same without you. For the love, the laughter, the light, and the humor that you bring into my everyday – thank you! Your birthday really is a reason to celebrate – because it means I get to spend another year with you in my life!
Romantic Birthday Wishes
Not quite sure how to tell your special someone that you’re happy to celebrate their birthday? With so many feelings coursing through your veins, it might be hard to fit everything into a phrase or two. If you’re really having a hard time telling your partner just how you feel about their birthday, then these happy birthday texts should give you a few worthy ideas.
• There is nothing more I want for you on this special day than for you to be the happiest. Your joy is my joy. Happiest birthday to the love of my life.
• You make every morning colorful, every night passionate, and ever day worth remembering. I love you. Happy birthday!
• On this special day, how many years ago, the universe conspired to create you – the one soul who would match mine and make me the happiest person in the world. So you see why I’m celebrating. Happy birthday, love!
• Love can be full of doubt. But when you became a part of my life, there was nothing I’d ever felt more certain about. Happy birthday to the only constant in my life.
• Every day of my life with you has been like a wonderful birthday celebration, and I hope it never ends. Thank you for making each day worth remembering.
• Although it might be true that there’s not a lot I can offer you on this special day, I hope you accept my simple gift, and all the love in my heart. You are the highlight of my life.
• I want to take the time today to give my thanks. I’m proud and honored to be able to spend another year with you in my life. Happy birthday. Let’s make this year a memorable one.
• Happy birthday to the person who stole my heart, who changed my life, and who makes every single day an exciting adventure. I love you!
• Being your partner is the greatest gift I have ever received in my life, and I hope this little gift can give justice to the kind of happiness and light that you’ve brought into my life. I love you. Happy birthday!
• You work hard all year round. You put in so much effort to make me happy. You do everything you can for our kids. And you forget all about yourself along the way. So on this special day, we celebrate you. Thank you for everything that you do. I appreciate your love.
• When you’re in love with the most amazing person in the whole world, there’s nothing more that could make life sweeter. Thank you for being the most beautiful gift that this life has ever given me. Happy birthday.
Belated Birthday Greetings
• Even though this greeting might be coming to you a few days late, the happiness and love it wishes you are both good on any date. Belated happy birthday!
• The thing about getting older is that sometimes, you’ll just forget! So you’ll probably understand why you’re getting this greeting so late. Anyway, happy birthday!
• I didn’t actually forget your birthday. I just thought that you were so special, you deserve to celebrate your birthday twice in a year! Happy birthday!
• Belated happy birthday! Before you start to feel bad that I forgot to greet you, I want to let you know that I also forget to brush my teeth and eat on time almost everyday, so it’s more of a me problem than it is a you problem!
• Now that everyone else’s birthday greetings have worn off, it’s time I gave you mine! Here’s a big fat belated happy birthday hug from me to you!
• I didn’t forget your birthday. I just thought that it would be a good idea to save the best greeting for last. Happy birthday, dear friend! I hope you had a blast.
• Don’t you just hate it when people blame late birthday greetings on unlikely circumstances and unbelievable events? Anyway, I’m sorry this greeting is a little overdue, I was busy fighting crime with Batman. Happy birthday!
• Happy birthday! May this be the least belated of all the belated birthday wishes you receive this year.
• I am so sorry I forgot to greet you for your birthday this year! But in my defense, how am I supposed to remember when you don’t look any older? Belated happy birthday, my dear friend!
• I knew you were already probably thinking I would forget your birthday, and I didn’t want you to feel bad that you were proven wrong. It is your birthday after all!
• Your birthday came. Your birthday went. Here’s the wish I should have sent! I wish you joy, and love, and light. But most of all, I wish you a happy life!
• This birthday greeting isn’t late. It’s just an early one for next year! Belated happy birthday, friend!
• The reason I didn’t greet you happy birthday on your actual birthday was because I was so caught up thinking about a greeting amazing enough for you, and I ended up thinking the day away! I guess no such thing exists! Anyway, belated happy birthday!
• Truth be told, I didn’t actually forget to greet you for your birthday. I just forgot to tell you that I remembered your birthday.
• Sorry this greeting is coming to you a little late. I actually remembered your birthday – just on the wrong date!
• I’m so lucky and blessed to have a friend that’s so forgiving and kind, that even if I’m sending this birthday greeting a little late, I know you won’t be upset about it. Happy birthday!
Susan majored in English with a double minor in Humanities and Business at Arizona State University and earned a Master’s degree in Educational Administration from Liberty University. She taught grades four through twelve in both public and private schools. Subjects included English, U.S. and world history and geography, math, earth and physical science, Bible, information technologies, and creative writing.
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Person-to-person happy birthday wishes
Here are some personal happy birthday text message examples for when you're texting people you know:
Happy birthday text messages to close friends
Happy birthday to the best friend in the world. Enjoy your special day!
A special person like you deserves the best birthday ever. Happy birthday!
Happy birthday, my special friend. Here's to another year of friendship, joy and laughter.
Birthdays come around once a year, but best friends like us find each other once in a lifetime. Happy birthday!
Wishing my extraordinary friend a wonderful day. May you get spoilt rotten!
Wishing an amazing person the sweetest birthday. Looking forward to your birthday party tonight!
Warm wishes on your birthday. You are a true friend and a special person.
Happy birthday wishes for people you know (but not that well)
A little birdie told me it's someone's birthday... Celebrate in style, and best wishes for the coming year!
Happy birthday [Name]! A year older, a year wiser. Have a fun day!
Wishing you a wonderful birthday however you're celebrating!
Happy birthday! Here's to many more rotations around the sun.
Hi [Name]! Wishing you the best birthday ever, and health and happiness for the year ahead.
Have a wonderful birthday [Name]! Hope you're celebrating in a special way today.
Happy birthday text messages for family members
Happy birthday to the greatest Dad. You'll be my role model and hero my whole life.
Happy birthday, Mom! I'm so thankful for you and everything you've done for me over the years.
Happy birthday to my favourite brother! This text message is proof that I didn't forget!
Wishing my lovely sister the sweetest birthday. You’re my best friend, my confidante and my partner in crime!
Funny happy birthday text messages
As Aaliyah once sang, "Age ain't nothing but a number!" Have a great birthday!
Happy birthday – and don't worry, I'll call the fire brigade should your birthday cake candles get out of control!
Another year older... How did you make it this far?! Happy birthday!
Happy birthday! Remember, age is simply the number of years the world has been blessed with your presence!
You know what they say... it's better to be over the hill than under it! Happy birthday!
31,536,000 seconds have passed since your last birthday. With this newfound knowledge, enjoy your special day!
Happy birthday texts from businesses
When you're texting on behalf of your business, getting the tone right is essential. To be on the safe side, opt for somewhere between professional and warm. Here are some examples:
Happy birthday wishes for customers or clients
Wishing you a very happy birthday. May the year ahead with filled with prosperity, health and joy!
Happy birthday [Name]! Here's a special gift just for you – 15% off any product in our online store with code HAPPY: [URL]
Happy birthday! We hope your celebration will be as awesome as you have been to our business. We're truly thankful for your custom.
As one of our most valued clients, you're in our thoughts today. Happy birthday!
Happy birthday! Wishing you lots of opportunities, success and happiness for the coming year.
Happy birthday texts for employees, co-workers or the boss
Happy birthday to you, my amazing colleague. Because of you, I love coming to work every single day!
Happy birthday [Name]! Our department is lucky to have you leading the way. You're an inspiration to so many.
Happy birthday to the most supportive and inspiring boss I've ever had. It's a joy working with you.
Thanks for all your hard work this year [Name]; it never goes unnoticed. Have a very happy birthday with your loved ones.
Happy birthday [Name]! You are dedicated, loyal, trustworthy and hardworking. You deserve the perfect day.
Happy birthday text messages for the people you care about
Whether you want to wish a friend, relative, colleague or customer happy birthday, a text message can make them feel special. A birthday text is quick and easy to send – and cost-effective compared to a birthday card – which according to research from the Greeting Card Association, can vary from 50 cents to $10 plus.
Want more text message templates? Check out:
Thank them for making an effort to wish you a “Happy Birthday”
The most common way to respond when someone says “Happy Birthday” is to thank them. It doesn't have to be anything extraordinary, but thanking someone or remembering and making an effort to wish you a happy birthday is a kind gesture.
For example:
• “Thanks a lot! It was kind of you to remember.”
• “Aww, thanks. I'm fortunate to have awesome friends like you guys.”
• “Thank you so much for reaching out, it was lovely to hear from you, and I really appreciate the birthday wishes.”
• “Thank you! I'm having a great day made all the better by your touching words.”
Share your emotions
Birthdays can be emotional. The fact of getting older can cause some to think about their life and get deep and emotional. Also, the outpouring of support and love from friends and family can remind people how lucky they are.
You can use any emotions you're feeling in the way you reply when someone wishes you a happy birthday:
• “It goes by so quickly. I feel lucky to have you in my life.”
• “I always get emotional on my birthday as I'm reminded of how many amazing friends I have. I love you guys!”
• “It's been a wild year, but I've learned so much and feel like I've been on a real journey.”
• “With age comes wisdom, and I'm feeling much wiser than I did a few years ago.”
Make a joke about your birthday
Birthdays are meant to be fun. In fact, when someone wishes you a happy birthday, they may do so with a joke or by making fun of how old you're getting. So an excellent way to respond is to make a joke about your birthday!
Embrace getting older and poke some fun at yourself:
• “Thanks. I've been working hard towards this all year!”
• “Thank you all for the birthday wishes! I'm still calling it 29!”
• “Thanks, but I'm really just waiting for my present.”
• “Thanks to my friends for all the wonderful birthday wishes. To everyone else — you're dead to me.”
Tell them about your birthday
Some people may be genuinely interested in what you did for your birthday. If you had a big party or went away to celebrate, it's worth mentioning.
For example:
• “Thanks! I had an awesome day. My partner got me an amazing present, and then we had a quiet family meal. It was great.”
• “Thanks for remembering. It was pretty low-key this year, no wild parties or anything. Maybe next year, though!”
• “It's going to be a wild one! You're invited to my party, so I expect to see you there!”
Reply to everyone in one go on social media
This way, you can thank everyone together without having to make individual replies:
• “Thanks to everyone for the lovely birthday wishes! You guys all rock!”
• “It made my day to wake up to so many lovely messages. Thank you to all my friends.”
• “It would take my entire birthday to thank you all for the messages, but I read them all and am so grateful for all the kind words.”
Send a little card or note
Sending a card or note is usually when you've received a gift and want to thank that person. But there's no harm in sending a little note to say thanks if someone has made an effort to say happy birthday in a lovely way.
Stella Scott
Birthday wishes always make the occasion memorable, and it is vital to make those who send you the wishes feel appreciated from the bottom of your heart.
A simple word of gratitude goes a long way
A simple word of gratitude or thank you goes a long way to return some of the love back and show how grateful you are. Just ensure to do it timely and concisely.
However, how you respond to “Happy birthday” depends on whether you got the message through:
• social media channels
• text message
• a phone call
• in-person
Respond individually over text
The best way is to use the same platform on which the person sent you the wishes. For instance, if someone wishes you a happy birthday through a text message, it would be appropriate to respond individually over text.
Give them your full attention and deliver your thanks in person
The best way to thank someone for telling you happy birthday in person is to give them your full attention, make eye contact, and smile as you deliver your thanks.
Make the person feel special for their contribution to your birthday celebration. Be precise and tell the person what they would like to hear without criticizing them, bringing up an embarrassment, or doing something that might upset them.
For example, you can say:
“Thank you for the birthday wish, you are so kind, and I truly appreciate it.”
Ensure that you don't offend anyone on social media
The first thing is to ensure you don't offend anyone. If you got several messages from your closest ones, you could respond to them individually via personalized responses.
However, a single message on your wall will work if you are a frequent social media user and get many messages from different people.
For example, you can make a post saying:
“Thank you, everyone, for the love and birthday wishes! You are truly amazing.”
AJ Silberman-Moffitt
As I approach the big Five-O, I have had my share of birthdays. The next one will be a milestone birthday for me, and I am still unsure how I feel about that.
What I do know, however, is that when someone wishes me a “Happy Birthday,” I should be prepared to answer appropriately. But what are good ways to respond when someone wishes you a “Happy Birthday”? It can depend on who is saying it to you.
Keep it short and sweet if it's from a coworker or supervisor
You can simply say thank you to a coworker or supervisor because sometimes, it's best to keep it short and sweet. Saying thank you is polite and appropriate.
Your coworkers or supervisor may be wishing you well on your birthday because it seems the right thing to do, but that doesn't mean you need to start a long conversation about it.
Of course, if they ask you leading questions such as, “Do you have any plans for your big day?” you can respond accordingly.
Reply kindly if it's from a family member
If it's your mom or dad wishing you “Happy Birthday,” you can reply in kind. After all, you wouldn't have a birthday if it wasn't for them.
Siblings may also wish you well. You can take the opportunity with these family members to reminisce about days past, or when you were younger, even the silly things you did and the like.
A birthday greeting can be a great way to open up and start a conversation.
Talk about their birthday if it's from a friend
If a friend wishes you a “Happy Birthday,” they probably say it sincerely and not merely because it's the right thing to do.
In addition to the appropriate “Thank you,” why not talk about their birthday? Whether they are younger, older, or about the same age, you can talk about the similarities or differences that your birthdays might bring.
Make sure you respond politely
Whatever way you choose to respond to “Happy Birthday,” make sure you are polite. A simple “Thank you” will always suffice for anyone wishing you this.
Even if your birthday (like my Five-O) might not be something you are looking forward to, remember that these people wish you well. Let them know you appreciate the gesture.
Harriet Chan
It depends on the people who wish you or how you receive it
It may seem a simple question, yet the answer can depict someone's personality. So, it is wise to respond correctly depending on the people who wish you or how you receive it.
A close family member can be responded to with a hug
A direct wish from a close family member can be responded to with a hug and express your joy. A thank you may not be just enough or relevant for close ones.
After all, thank you can seem more formal. You can also write a handwritten note expressing your gratitude.
You can respond to your friends humorously
While replying to friends, you can go with the flow and be casual. If they are formal, you can thank them. If they are funny, you can also respond humorously. The key is not to overthink and just go with the flow.
Like your friends' birthday greetings on social media
If you receive a “Happy Birthday” message through social media, you can simply thank the person by writing a short message back.
“Thank you.” There is no need to try and find out the person as it may seem intrusive.
So, the next time you receive a “Happy Birthday” wish, think about the relationship you share with the person and reply accordingly!
John Hart
There are different ways with which people can wish you “Happy Birthday,” like social media, in-person, and at your birthday party.
If it's on social media
On Social media, you might be a member of various groups created by your friends or colleagues or your family and relatives, and they send you wishes in the group on your birthday.
“Thank you, everyone, for all your wishes. It really made my day.”
So here, you can respond to every wish one by one or just one “Thank You” to all. One “Thank You” to all is much easier than responding to every wish.
In one “Thank You” to all, you can say, “Thank you, everyone, for all your wishes. It really made my day.”
If someone wishes you in person
When someone wishes you in person, the situation can be anything like you are in school, college, or work, and people wish you there.
Give them a little treat on your birthday
At that time, you can respond like this: “Thank you so much. You remembered, and it means a lot to me.”
And it is a decent and polite move to give them a little treat on your birthday if you don't want to hold a party and invite them over.
They deserve this much, as they took the initiative and made efforts to remember your birthday and wished you on the day.
If it is at your birthday party
The other way is at your birthday party. You invite your friends, your family and relatives, your colleagues and your beloved and dear ones.
“Thank you so much. I'm so glad you came.”
They wish you a “Happy birthday” as soon as they arrive at your party, and sometimes they can even pull you into their embrace if you are very close to each other.
At this point, hug them back and say, “Thank you so much. I'm so glad you came.”
And for people you've met after a long time, you can say, “Thank you. Thank you so much for coming. I've been longing to see you.” With a bit of emphasis and emotions in your response, you can make the other person who wished you feel good.
Steve Anderson
Birthday greetings are usually significant for a person, and when it is your birthday, people will prepare surprises or give you wishes all day.
Here are a few ways to respond to “Happy Birthday” wishes:
Send out one thank-you note
If you use social media often, you may receive birthday wishes from strangers, old friends, and individuals you don't know. Even your buddies are unlikely to be anticipating a tailored answer.
It's standard practice to post a remark on your wall thanking everyone for their birthday wishes, and it's unlikely to upset anybody.
The following is an example of a response:
“Thank you very much for your birthday greetings! I'm having a fantastic time!”
“That was the ideal birthday present! You know everything about me.”
When feasible, thank someone in person after they offer you a birthday gift or go out of their way to make you a birthday wish. Give each buddy or group of friends your undivided attention, smile, and establish eye contact while expressing your gratitude.
Here are some suggestions about how to go about it:
• “Your card meant a great deal to me. It truly lifted my spirits.”
• “That was the ideal birthday present! You know everything about me.”
Tell your pal what they want to hear
Never criticize a present provided to you by a friend, bring up something humiliating, or do anything else that can irritate them. If you don't like the gift, try to discover something you do appreciate about it, or praise them for taking the effort to choose (or make) such a thoughtful gift.
Maria A. McDowell
Birthdays are always a moment when family and friends send their best wishes. Sometimes, the birthday wishes can get overwhelming, and you will be at a loss on how to reply to everyone.
Here is how to respond to “Happy birthday”:
“Thank you for your best wishes”
When you get a happy birthday message in person, you can respond by simply smiling and saying, “Thank You!” If it is a text, you can reply with, “Thank you for your best wishes.”
Share a general thank you message on your social media
If the messages are so much and overwhelming, the best way to respond is to share a general appreciation message on your social media page/handle. This saves you the trouble of replying individually to every message.
For example:
“Thank you, everyone, for sending your best wishes and celebrating this day with me. My heart is exploding with joy! Thank you!”
Share a birthday picture of yourself with a message
Suppose you want to respond personally to your birthday wishes. In that case, you can post your beautiful picture on any of your social media handles and curate an appreciation message to go with it. This gives your message a more personal touch.
Jacquelyn Kennedy
Respond with a simple and in-kind “Thanks”
All you have to do when someone wishes you a simple “Happy Birthday” is respond with an equally simple “Thanks.”
If someone has put a lot of thought and effort into wishing you a Happy Birthday, then you should respond in kind — by putting more effort into showing your gratitude.
Think of a handwritten “Thank you” card
If someone has brought you a gift, or baked you a cake, then think of a handwritten “Thank You” card with a personal, thoughtful touch (I always try to put a little doodle in mine — usually of one of their beloved pets, but also favorite foods, or inside jokes).
Take them out for lunch to show how thankful you are
If you have been lucky enough to have a friend or colleague organize a party for your birthday, I recommend taking them out for lunch to show how thankful you are.
It doesn't have to be expensive — it just has to be thoughtful, such as taking them to one of their favorite spots or surprising them with a delicious home-cooked meal.
David Reid
Reply with long-distance messages
If someone sends you an earnest birthday wish on social media, reply to yourself. Post the answer at least 3-5 sentences long — no need to respond to new posts on someone else's wall.
Older relatives, people with “low technology,” and people who do not use social media are more likely to expect individual responses.
Instead, post a photo (optional). If you want to thank people visually, take a picture of your smiling face wearing a party hat, birthday cake, or another birthday party. This shows that you are making little effort to make your gratitude special, but it is easy.
For example:
• “I am grateful for your good wishes,” you can say.
• “You are very kind, and I appreciate you remembering my birthday.”
• “Thank you for your birthday wishes. It means a lot to me.”
• “Grateful for your kindness towards my birthday.”
• “Sincerely, I wouldn't have done it without you making me remember this special day in my life. I will never forget all of your good words and compliments.”
Chris Myles
"Happy birthday to who? I’m not aging!"
The obvious answer is to simply respond with "Thank you," and there are infinite variations. It can be a simple and formal "Thank you," or it could be a more friendly "Thank you very much," or it could be something more personal.
You can also say thank you in person, over a text, with a card or letter — you get the idea.
If you want a goofy and fun response, there’s one that I like doing with friends and family. Instead of saying thank you, I say, "Happy birthday to who? I’m not aging!"
It usually leads to a conversation about birthdays, age, and how fast time passes. Or if the person doesn’t know you as well, they will worry about whether they have gotten the date right, so it can be a bit of a prank on them!
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