Here is a list of 75 amazing 21st birthday messages for your daughter on her milestone birthday.
#1 To my daughter: I am so proud of all of your hard work, your generous spirit, and your positive attitude. I just know you will do big things in this world. Happy 21st birthday.
#2 Wishing my daughter the best 21st birthday ever. From the day you were born, you have made my world a better place. I could never have imagined I would be so lucky as a parent. Thank you for all you have given to me these past 21 years. You have all of my love.
#3 Happy 21st birthday, Daughter! You are the center of my world and the light that fills up every single day. Thank you for being wonderful, beautiful you.
#4 May our sweet daughter have the greatest 21st birthday ever! What a light you are in our lives. We could never have asked for or imagined a better you. Our hope for you is that you continue to be true to yourself and be grounded in who you are. This world is already a better place because you are in it. We look forward to seeing you shine ever more brightly in the coming years.
#5 Happy 21st birthday, to our amazing daughter. Thank you so much for being you. We have been truly honored to watch you grow and become a light to everyone who knows you. Let your light continue to shine brightly as you make your path in this world. We love you so much.
#6 Happy 21st birthday, to the daughter who makes the sun shine with her laughter. You make our world complete.
#7 21 years ago, a very special daughter was born to us. You have left your footprints on our souls, and for that, we are forever grateful to you. We are so proud of all you’ve accomplished and are thankful we are your parents. Happy birthday!
#8 Daughter, for 21 years we have had the great joy of watching you grow up to become a wonderful, caring, and intelligent young woman. We are so proud of who you have become and we are looking forward to watching the wonderful things you will do in your life. Near or far, we will always be here for you and love you more than life itself. Happy birthday.
#9 I am so appreciative to have such a one-of-a-kind daughter. On your 21st birthday, I hope that you receive all that life has to offer to someone as thoughtful as you are. You’re a shining light in the lives of everyone who is lucky enough to know you. Happy birthday!
#10 Happy 21st birthday, to the smartest, silliest, most clever daughter I could ever hope for. Every day, you make my life complete. I love you to the moon and back.
#11 Happiest of birthdays to an exceptionally spectacular daughter. Now that you are 21, you are a young adult and continue to be an example to all. Never change. You are simply magnetic.
#12 Happy 21st birthday, to a very special daughter. Every day watching you grow up has been the great joy in our lives and we are so proud of you. Once upon a time, you needed us so much, and now you are a grown woman. We hope we can continue to be there for you through the highs and lows that life will bring you. You are our everything. We love you eternally and unconditionally.
#13 To an exceptional daughter on her 21st birthday, congratulations! Your big day is here, and no one is more deserving of such a fantastic occasion than you. You’re the most down-to-earth and compassionate person I know and I’m so thankful for that. Have a spectacular time and please please be careful out there! Happy birthday!
#14 Congratulations on turning 21, my treasured daughter. Every parent ever wishes for a daughter just like you. You are so cherished and loved. Happy birthday, I hope that you have a day that is just as extraordinary as you are.
#15 Sending my best wishes to an outstanding daughter on her 21st birthday. You have always been so dedicated, courageous and brave. It is a privilege to watch you grow up to become such an impressive young woman. Enjoy your day. You deserve it!
#16 Loving wishes on your 21st birthday, daughter. You are admired and loved by so many people because you are absolutely extraordinary. I hope today brings you happiness and that you make fabulous and unforgettable memories.
#17 Happy birthday to my cherished daughter! On your 21st birthday, I hope that you realize just how outstanding and phenomenal you are as a human being. I will never stop being proud of being your parent. You are simply sensational.
#18 Happy 21st birthday to my intelligent, remarkable and precious daughter. Words cannot hope to describe how proud I am of you today and every single day that you have been a part of my life. You are truly a gift. I will love you forever, and then one day more.
#19 On your 21st birthday we want you to know that every day with you has been a gift. You brightened up our lives from the day you arrived. Happy birthday, daughter.
#20 Daughter, watching you grow up has been an amazing experience that I would never change. Have a truly fantastic 21st birthday. I hope that all of your wishes and dreams come true. You are so precious and treasured by everyone around you, especially today!
#21 Today is your special day! Happy 21st birthday to my daughter. You have worked so hard and grown into such a wonderful young woman. The world holds great things for you.
#22 Happy 21st birthday to my daughter. The day you came into my life, you taught me what true love and happiness really are. I would not be me without you. I love you so deeply and unconditionally.
#23 We are so happy to celebrate our wonderful daughter on your 21st birthday. Every day you impress us with your passion for life, your intelligence, and your spirit. Happy birthday!
#24 To my amazing daughter on your 21st birthday. Thank you for 21 years as your parent. You are the greatest gift I could ever receive. Happy birthday!
#25 Happy 21st birthday, to the daughter who always puts others above herself, works hard and loves life. We are so grateful to be your parents.
#26 Every year, we celebrate the birth of the daughter who made our family complete. Happy 21st birthday to the world’s greatest daughter.
#27 Happy 21st birthday, to a truly unique daughter. You bring so much creativity, passion, and beauty into the world and I’m so proud of you.
#28 Today our wonderful daughter turns 21. Time flies, especially when we have an incredible daughter who makes every day such a gift. We love you so much. Happy Birthday!
#29 Wishing the happiest 21st birthday to my beautiful daughter. Every day, you teach us something new, and we’re so proud of who you’ve become.
#30 Daughter, you’ve come such a long way, and today you’re 21. We are so proud of all your accomplishments and hard work and wish you the happiest birthday ever.
#31 Happy 21st birthday to my daughter and best friend. You bring so much love and light into the world, and it’s a gift being able to watch you grow. I hope you know what an absolute treasure you are. Stay true to you, my dear. You are simply extraordinary.
#32 These past 21 years as your parents have been a joy and an honor. May your birthday be as sweet and wonderful as you. Happy birthday, our pride and joy!
#33 Daughter, today as you celebrate your 21st birthday, I wish you a day filled with laughter and joy. Happy Birthday!
#34 To our precious daughter on her 21st birthday. We love you so much and are so amazed and proud of the kind, wonderful, caring young woman you’ve become. Happy birthday!
#35 I hope your 21st birthday is just as exceptional as you are. I could not be more thankful for having such a considerate, kind and compassionate daughter. I am so happy that you are blossoming into who you were always meant to become. Happy birthday!
#36 Every day, I am grateful to see the thoughtful, responsible, caring young woman you’ve become. I am so thankful to be your parent and so proud of you. Happy 21st birthday!
#37 To my brilliant and beautiful daughter on her 21st birthday. You are a rare and wonderful soul who makes the world a better place. Continue to be strong and fearless in whatever you do and wherever you go. And when you need rest, come back home to us. We will always be waiting with open arms. Happy birthday, our love.
#38 On this special birthday, our daughter turns 21. It has been such a joy to watch you grow into the woman you’ve become. Happy birthday!
#39 Happy 21st birthday to the most special young woman in our world. It is an honor to call you our daughter.
#40 Wishing you eternal happiness and divine love on your 21st birthday. You are the greatest daughter we could ever ask for. We will love you forever, plus one day. Happy birthday!
The Most Famous Quotes to Include with Your Birthday Message to Your Daughter
“The question isn’t who is going to let me; it’s who is going to stop me.”
Ayn Rand
“And one day she discovered that she was fierce, and strong, and full of fire, and that not even she could hold herself back because her passion burned brighter than her fears.”
Mark Anthony
“I know my worth. I embrace my power. I say if I'm beautiful. I say if I'm strong. You will not determine my story. I will.”
Amy Schumer
“A mother’s love for her child is like nothing else in the world. It knows no law, no pity, it dares all things, and crushes down remorselessly all that stand in its path.”
Agatha Christie
“Absolutely, I don’t believe in rules. As I tell my daughter when she is mischievous, ‘Well-behaved women rarely make history.’”
Nia Vardalos
“Keep your face to the sunshine and you can never see the shadow.”
Helen Keller
“I’ve never had a moment’s doubt. I love you. I believe in you completely. You are my dearest one. My reason for life.”
Ian McEwan
“Children and mothers never truly part, bound in the beating of each other’s heart.”
Charlotte Gray
“Do not forget to tell your daughters God made them beautiful.”
Habeeb Akande
“Remember that you are the ocean. And no one, not even the moon itself is allowed to control your glorious, beautiful tides.”
Nikita Gill
“Courage, sacrifice, determination, commitment, toughness, heart, talent, guts. That’s what little girls are made of.”
Bethany Hamilton
“Daughter are angels sent from above to fill our heart with unending love.”
J. Lee
“To be a star, you must shine your own light, follow your own path, and don’t worry about darkness, for that is when the stars shine brightest.”
Napoleon Hill
“Daughter, there are not enough words to tell you how much I love you!”
Catherine Pulsifer
“A daughter is a miracle that never ceases to be miraculous…full of beauty and forever beautiful…loving and caring and truly amazing.”
Deanna Beisser
“A mother teaches her daughter how to feel about herself, about handling pressure, about relishing life’s joys and conquering fears.”
Melissa Harrison
“Having a little girl has been like following an old treasure map with the important paths torn away.”
Heather Gudenkauf
“Being a daddy’s girl is like having permanent armor for the rest of your life.”
Marinela Reka
“Every day is Father’s Day to me when I’m with her: when I’ll be able to hold my daughter and see her grow and see her smile. That’s Father’s Day to me every day.”
Saquon Barkley
“As they get older, our daughters become more and more like us too.”
Amy Newmark
“I never thought I would say this but raising a daughter is different than raising a son. But the one thing that is not different is my love for each of them.”
Catherine Pulsifer
“A mother who radiates self-love and self-acceptance actually vaccinates her daughter against low self-esteem.”
Naomi Wolf
“Are we not like the two volumes of one book?”
Marceline Desbordes-Valmore
“Fathers, be good to your daughters. You are the god and the weight of her world.”
John Mayor
“Today I will do what others won’t so tomorrow I can do what others can’t.”
Jerry Rice
“From a little girl so very small, how and when did you get so tall?”
Karen Mortensen
“A daughter is one of the most beautiful gifts this world has to give.”
Laurel Atherton
“Everywhere, we learn only from those we love.”
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
“A daughter is a treasure and a cause of sleeplessness.”
Ben Sirach
“Don’t be too timid and squeamish about your actions. All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make the better.”
Ralph Waldo Emerson
“A mother's treasure is her daughter.”
Catherine Pulsifer
“Every moment I have had with my daughter is precious.”
Cathy Shaffer
“Good daughters make good mothers.”
Abigail G. Whittlesey
“And though she be but little, she is fierce.”
William Shakespeare
“I find as I grow older that I love those most whom I loved first.”
Thomas Jefferson
21st Birthday Messages for Boys
If you’re looking for happy birthday wishes for boys, you’ve come to the right place. We find that the more specific you are with your message, the better. So if you choose one of the below, make sure to add something you love about the person to make them feel that much more special.
• Always remember you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, smarter than you think and loved more than you know! Congratulations on your 21st birthday!
• Happy happy 21st birthday! Always remember that life is not about finding yourself, it’s about creating yourself. Wishing you all the best for the next chapter.
• Congratulations on reaching one of life’s biggest milestones! Your future looks so bright!
• As you turn 21 today, I was just reminiscing about all of your impressive achievements and all of the wonderful moments we have shared together. I hope that your 21st birthday marks a fabulous start to your adult life and that you are always blessed with great opportunities and exciting adventures!
Birthday Wishes for Sons Turning 21
Milestones like your 21st birthday can be really overwhelming. A great tip we’ve found for making it all a bit easier is to keep your message honest and brief. Don’t feel pressured to write long messages or sentiments that don’t resonate. We’ve got some examples below.
• When I turned 21, the times were simpler, slower and quite frankly, more boring. Today, 21 is your ticket to a new and exciting world. It’s time to celebrate! Happy 21st birthday my son!
• Only a few parents are privileged to be blessed with a gifted son like you. Happy 21st birthday to the best son in the whole wide world.
• No matter how many birthdays come and go, you’ll always be my little boy. Congratulations on your new chapter. I love you so much!
21st Birthday Messages for Girls
We’ve tracked down some lovely 21st birthday wishes for girls to help you get started! From what we’ve seen in our research, a sincere compliment goes a long way so don’t be scared to tell someone what you love about them.
• If there’s one person who makes me want to live for 1000 more years, it's you. Happy birthday my girl!
• The world is a much more beautiful place with you in it. I’m really glad you were born. Happy 21st birthday!
• Happy 21st! Your future does not lay in front of you, it lies deep inside you. When life becomes a rollercoaster, climb into the front seat, throw your arms in the air and enjoy the ride.
• Many congratulations on your 21st! Wishing you success and happiness on your very special birthday!
• 21 looks absolutely beautiful on you. May your beauty be as everlasting as the heavens. Happy 21st birthday!
Birthday Wishes for Daughters Turning 21
Watching your little girl grow up can be as sad as it is exciting. These conflicting emotions make it hard to put how you’re feeling into words. Read on for some suggestions of how to tell your daughter just how much she means to you.
• A daughter like you is more priceless than the most beautiful diamond. You are not only strong and wise, but kind and thoughtful as well. Happy 21st, sweetheart!
• For 21 years, I’ve watched you grow, change and mature. I have lived in awe of your ever-burning spirit and your unbridled passion for every second of those years. May your birthday shine as bright as you.
• A daughter is someone you can laugh with, dream with and love with all your heart. Happy 21st birthday my girl.
Every time I try to define beauty and grace, you come to mind. And with each new year, the definition gets even better.
• You are loved for the little girl you once were, the special woman you are now and the precious daughter you will always be. Congratulations on your 21st birthday, my girl!
Sincere 21st Birthday Wishes
A message written from the heart goes a long way. It lets the person know that you care and adds to the memory of the special occasion.
• Behind you all your memories. Before you all your dreams. Around you all that love you. Within you all you need. Happy 21st birthday!
• Your 21st birthday is a special time indeed, where you’re given the key that unlocks the door to your future! I hope that the path ahead is bright and kind to you. You’re a great person who deserves the very best in life! Happy birthday and many congratulations!
• Happy 21st birthday to someone who has a truly bright future ahead of them! I hope you have a fantastic day!
• A very happy 21st birthday to you! Congratulations! I hope that your day is filled with celebrations, and that on this very special day you’re surrounded by those who you love most in the world!
Funny 21st Birthday Messages
Starting a new year off with a laugh never hurt anyone! Adding a funny message is a great way to remind your loved one that adulthood isn’t all serious.
• Congratulations on turning 21! I hope your birthday is so great that you’ll need sunglasses to open the fridge in the morning.
• Time to celebrate your induction into full adulthood! Happy birthday!
• You know what they say about turning 21? Old enough to know better, and young enough not to care. Enjoy it! Happy birthday!
• Happy 21st birthday! Now that you’re getting older, I hope your last trip round the sun wasn’t too tiring.
• You’re 21! Now you can legally do everything you’ve been doing all along!
• Hope your birthday is twenty-onederful!
21st Birthday Quotes
Sometimes you read a quote that makes you think to yourself, ‘wow, I couldn’t have put it better myself!’ Quotes are a great source of inspiration and a nice addition to any 21st birthday message. They usually carry advice that’s withstood the test of time and can offer a bit of insight into what lies ahead. We’ve picked some that we think are perfect for starting a new chapter on the right foot.
• “The secret to staying young is to live honestly, eat slowly, and lie about your age.” – Lucille Ball
• “The great thing about getting older is you don't lose all the other ages you've been.” – Madeleine L'Engle
• “Every age can be enchanting, provided you live within it.” – Brigitte Bardot
• "Birthdays are nature’s way of telling us to eat more cake." – Edward Morykwas
• “Don't just count your years, make your years count.” – George Meredith
• “There are two great days in a person's life – the day we are born and the day we discover why.” – William Barclay
It can be easy to get caught up in the stress of planning celebrations and the pressure to say the right thing. But at the end of the day, your loved one will value the thought more than anything else, so don’t sweat the small stuff!