Inspiring Happy Birthday Quotes for Your Best Friend

"When I count my blessings, I count you twice."

- Irish proverb

"May you receive many gifts, and may your day be joyous, and best of all, may you be surrounded by family and friends. May all you wish for come true."

- Theodore W. Higginsworth

"We don’t stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing."

- George Bernard Shaw

"At 19, everything is possible and tomorrow looks friendly."

- Jim Bishop

"Your joy is contagious and pushes everyone to try to be a better person. Your birthday should be as joyful as ever."

- Author Unknown

"Birthdays were made for going wild over the people we think are amazing."

- Richelle E. Goodrich

"Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you-er than you!"

- Dr. Seuss

"Your birthday is the beginning of your own personal new year. Your first birthday was a beginning, and each new birthday is a chance to begin again, to start over, to take a new grip on life."

- Wilfred Peterson

"Your age isn’t you. Use today to feel your best, celebrate and be your very happiest."

- M. Rivers

"A birthday is like a new year, and my wish for you is a great year full of happiness and sunshine!"

- Catherine Pulsifer

"You take away all the other luxuries in life, and if you can make someone smile and laugh, you have given the most special gift: happiness."

- Brad Garrett

"Birthdays come but once a year, celebrate and be of good cheer."

- Robert Rivers

"When you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced. Live your life so that when you die, the world cries and you rejoice."

- Cherokee proverb

"Count your age by friends, not years. Count your life by smiles, not tears."

- John Lennon

"The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate."

- Oprah Winfrey

"Life should not only be lived, it should be celebrated."

- Osho

"Today you are you, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is you-er than you."

- Dr. Seuss

"Every birthday is a gift. Every day is a gift."

- Aretha Franklin

"A birthday is not a day to fear. It is a day to celebrate and look forward to the coming year."

- Byron Pulsifer

"Another year comes to a close, and another begins. May the coming year be one that will be filled with laughter of friends, love of family, and the life that you dream of."

- Catherine Pulsifer

"Aging is an extraordinary process where you become the person you always should have been."

- David Bowie

"Today you are another year older, and we know how fast time flies as we get older; therefore, live each day and be happy!"

- Kate Summers

"Today, you have added another candle of knowledge and wisdom to your life. May it give you the power to enlighten the whole world. On your birthday, I wish you joy and happiness."

- Debasish Mridha

"God gave us the gift of life; it is up to us to give ourselves the gift of living well."

- Voltaire

"Cakes are special. Every birthday, every celebration ends with something sweet, a cake, and people remember. It’s all about the memories."

- Buddy Valastro

"My life is better with every year of living it."

- Rachel Maddow

"Whatever with the past has gone, the best is always yet to come."

- Lucy Larcom

"Today is the oldest you have been and the youngest you will ever be. Make the most of it!"

- Nicky Gumbel

"There are two great days in a person’s life – the day we are born, and the day we discover why."

- William Barclay

"I believe that no matter what condition you are in, when someone close to your heart remembers your birthday and wishes you a happy birthday, you feel happy."

- A. Singla

"The great thing about getting older is that you don’t lose all the other ages you’ve been."

- Madeleine L'Engle

"Birthdays are inevitable, beautiful and very particular moments in our lives! Moments that bring precious memories back, celebrate the present times and give hope for the future."

- Babe Arish

"Every year on your birthday, you get a chance to start new."

- Billy Mills

"You are only young once, but you can be immature for a lifetime."

- Germaine Greer

"A birthday is a time to count our blessings."

- Leroy Brownlow

"You don’t get older, you get better."

- Shirley Bassey

"We turn not older with years but newer every day."

- Emily Dickinson

"Celebrate your journey of life."

- Lailah Gifty Akita

"You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream."

- C.S. Lewis

"A child whose birthday is coming up is so excited, they count down the days. But as we get older, we seem to lose the excitement. We need to rethink and be happy we have reached another birthday."

- Theodore W. Higginsworth

"You have touched so many lives with joy. You deserve to have your wishes come true, and I hope I can help make that happen."

- Author Unknown

"Don’t just count your years, make your years count."

- George Meredith

"It’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years."

- Abraham Lincoln

"To me, a birthday means celebrating the presence of an individual in our lives."

- Meena Bajaj

"Cherish all your happy moments; they make a fine cushion for old age."

- Booth Tarkington

"Because time itself is like a spiral, something special happens on your birthday each year: The same energy that God invested in you at birth is present once again."

- Menachem Mendel Schneerson

"A birth-date is a reminder to celebrate the life as well as to update the life."

- Amit Kalantri

"A birthday is the anniversary of your birth. It’s the time most of us reflect over the past year and what we hope for in the coming year."

- Claudia T. Hudson

"Let us celebrate the occasion with wine and sweet words."

- Plautus

"All the world is birthday cake, so take a piece, but not too much."

- George Harrison

"The best birthdays of all are those that haven’t arrived yet."

- Robert Orben

"The reason I met my husband was because I remembered a friend’s birthday. The moral of the story is: Remember people’s birthdays."

- Julianna Margulies

"Our birthdays are feathers in the broad wings of time."

- Jean Paul Richter

"Birthdays are good for you. Statistics show that the people who have the most live the longest."

- Larry Lorenzoni

"The older the fiddler, the sweeter the tune."

- English Proverb

"The secret of staying young is to live honestly, eat slowly, and lie about your age."

- Lucille Ball

"Success is like reaching an important birthday and finding you’re exactly the same."

- Audrey Hepburn

"Go, go, go, go go, go, go, shawty. It’s your birthday. We gon’ party like it’s yo birthday."

- 50 Cent

"The only thing better than singing is more singing."

- Ella Fitzgerald

"Life seems to fade our memory, so on this birthday, I will forget yours if you forget mine!"

- Kate Summers

"The first hundred years are the hardest."

- Wilson Mizner

"You know you’re getting old when the candles cost more than the cake."

- Bob Hope

"Happy birthday! Every year, you continue to grow into a stronger, more amazing version of yourself."

"Happy birthday! May this year be the one where you conquer new heights and embrace every challenge."

"Your birthday is the first day of another 365-day journey. Be the shining thread in the beautiful tapestry of the world to make this year the best ever. Enjoy the ride."

"Be happy! Today is the day you were brought into this world to be a blessing and inspiration to the people around you! You are a wonderful person! May you be given more birthdays to fulfill all of your dreams!"

"Wishing you a day filled with happiness and a year filled with joy. Happy birthday!"

"Sending you smiles for every moment of your special day…Have a wonderful time and a very happy birthday!"

"Sending your way a bouquet of happiness…To wish you a very happy birthday!"

"Wishing you a beautiful day with good health and happiness forever. Happy birthday!"

"It’s a smile from me… To wish you a day that brings the same kind of happiness and joy that you bring to me. Happy birthday!"

"On this wonderful day, I wish you the best that life has to offer! Happy birthday!"

"Happy birthday to one of my best friends. Here’s to another year of laughing at our own jokes and keeping each other sane! Love you and happy birthday!"

"Words alone are not enough to express how happy I am you are celebrating another year of your life! My wish for you on your birthday is that you are, and will always be, happy and healthy. Don’t ever change! Happy birthday my dear."

"I hope that today, at your party, you dance and others sing as you celebrate with joy your best birthday."

"Happy birthday! May your special day be as bright and beautiful as your smile."

"Wishing you endless love, laughter, and unforgettable memories on your birthday."

"Happy birthday to my partner-in-crime! Life’s always better (and more fun) with you by my side. Let’s make this year unforgettable!"

"Happy birthday to my everything. Your love is my greatest treasure, and I’m so blessed to call you mine. Here’s to another year of happiness and love together."

"Happy birthday to the best mom in the world! Your love, kindness, and wisdom have shaped who I am today. I’m so grateful for you and hope your day is as wonderful as you are."

"Having you in my life is one of my greatest blessings. Wishing you a birthday as wonderful as your heart."

"Your friendship is the greatest gift life has given me. I hope today brings you all the joy you deserve. Happy birthday!"

"Words will never be enough to express my gratitude for your friendship. Wishing you a wonderful birthday full of love and laughter!"

"The world is a better place because you're in it. Wishing you a fantastic birthday and a lifetime of endless joy and blessings."

"You make each day special just by being yourself. I hope your birthday is as special as you are."

"You are an inspiration to everyone. You touch so many lives with joy, and you deserve to have your deepest wishes and dreams come true on this special day."

"You remind us every day what makes life enjoyable. It is friends like you that inspire us and bring happiness in life. You are the brightest life in our lives, and we wish you a happy birthday."

"A friend like you is a treasure I'll cherish forever. May your birthday be as incredible as you!"

"Thank you for being such a wonderful friend. Happy birthday!"

"Your presence in my life is like a rare gem-priceless and irreplaceable. Happy birthday!"

"Happy birthday, Dad! You’ve always been my rock and my role model. Thank you for teaching me the important things in life and for always being there when I need you. Hope your day is as amazing as you are!"

"Birthdays are nature’s way of telling us to eat more cake."

"Wishing you a birthday that shines as brightly as you do. May it be filled with laughter, love, and all the beautiful moments in between!"

"You’re a masterpiece, radiating beauty inside and out. The world is a better place because you’re in it."

"Happy birthday! May this year bring opportunities that push your boundaries and take you to places beyond your wildest dreams."

"Here’s to another year of growth! Keep trusting your journey: you’re exactly where you need to be."

"Forget the past; look forward to the future, for the best things are yet to come."

"You’re the spark that lights up every room. Your energy ignites something truly special in everyone around you."

"May you live as long as you want and never want as long as you live."

"May you be gifted with life’s biggest joys and never-ending bliss. After all, you yourself are a gift to earth, so you deserve the best. Happy birthday."

"You are the most generous and fun-loving person I know. You deserve a birthday full of good things and sweetness."

"Happy birthday! Your life is just about to pick up speed and blast off into the stratosphere. Wear a seat belt and be sure to enjoy the journey. Happy birthday!"

"Count not the candles…see the lights they give. Count not the years, but the life you live. Wishing you a wonderful time ahead. Happy birthday."

"Have the most fantastic birthday! You are truly one of a kind!"

"Happy birthday! May this year bring you love, success, and everything you dream of!"

"You're not just growing up - you're rising above and showing us what greatness looks like. Happy birthday, superstar!"

"You bring magic to everyday moments-may today bring magic to you. Wishing you a happy happy birthday!"

"You are one in a million, and today is the day to celebrate your incredible uniqueness. Wishing you the best birthday ever."

"Every birthday is a stepping stone to becoming a greater you. I’m excited to witness your brilliance unfold!"

"On this special day, may your dreams take flight and your happiness know no bounds. Wishing you a very happy birthday and endless success."

"You are a shining example for all of us. We all tend to follow your example as we try to be better persons. Happy birthday to the one who goes before us and blazes the trail for success."

"Each birthday marks a fresh chance to evolve into an even more amazing version of yourself. I can’t wait to see you continue to shine."

"I wish for all of your wishes to come true. Happy birthday!"

"A friend like you is more priceless than the most beautiful diamond. You are not only strong and wise, but kind and thoughtful as well. Your birthday is the perfect opportunity to show you how much I care and how grateful I am to have you in my life. Happy birthday!"

"Wishing you happiness today and always. Enjoy your special day!"

"Happy birthday! May your year ahead be as amazing as you are."

"Cheers to another year of wonderful adventures! Have a fantastic birthday."

"Happy birthday! Keep shining and spreading joy!"

"Hope your special day brings you all that your heart desires! Here’s wishing you a day full of pleasant surprises! Happy birthday!"

"On your birthday we wish for you that whatever you want most in life it comes to you just the way you imagined it or better. Happy birthday!"

"Happy birthday! Keep dazzling us with your wonderfully weird party tricks. Who else can make the room laugh like you do?"

"Happy birthday to you, wishing you many more years of friendship and fun. Your birthday gift? Another year of dealing with me!"

"Thanks for being a gentle and kind mentor to us all. We want to celebrate another year of joy and cheers with you. May your life be full of kindness and happiness."

"They say age is just a number, but in your case... it's a really big number now!"

"Happy Birthday to the person who sacrifices a lot every single day for everyone else. I hope we are all able to give you a little back of the love you show us every single day."

"Happy birthday to the biggest weirdo I know. I can’t quite put my finger on why we all adore you so much, but I guess it’s your charm (or your oddities)!"

"Many years ago on this day, God decided to send an angel to earth. The angel was meant to touch lives and that happened! Happy birthday my sweet angel!"

"Happy birthday greetings to my incredible grandson. You've done great things already, but I know your greatest moments are still to come. Keep shining."

"Keep growing, keep glowing, and never let the world dull your light. Wishing you a happy birthday, my bright star."

"You're proof that some things do get better with age... but let's not test that theory too much. Wishing you many more birthdays to come."

"They say with age comes wisdom. So, when can I start seeing some results? Happy birthday, wishing you all the best in your 'wise' years ahead."

"Another year older? Don't worry, I won't remind anyone... except everyone on Facebook!"

"You know you're getting old when the candles cost more than the cake. Wishing you the best birthday ever."

"Growing old is mandatory; growing up is optional."

"Count the experiences you have, not your age. Count the incredible experiences you've had not the mistakes you have made."

"On your special day, I'm praying God opens doors you never imagined and fills your days with sweet surprises."

"I may not be by your side celebrating your special day with you, but I want you to know that I’m thinking of you and wishing you a wonderful birthday."

"Happy birthday to the best friend I could ask for! Thank you for being the most amazing person."

"Can’t wait for another year of adventures and fun with you! Hope this next year is the best yet. Happy birthday."

"Happy birthday to my un-paid therapist! Thank you for always being there for me, you deserve the best day."

"You deserve all the cake, all the happiness, and all the joy, today and every day! Hope you have the best birthday."

"Happy happy birthday to you, my gorgeous friend. Thank you for sticking with me through everything, and providing so much laughter and fun along the way!"

"Hope you have a wonderful day being pampered and made to feel fabulous - because you are! Happy birthday."

"To one of the greatest people in my life - happy birthday! I hope you have the best time celebrating."

"We may not get to see each other often, but you can bet I’ll be raising a glass and toasting the wonderful you later! Wishing you the BEST birthday, love you lots."

"You make my world a brighter and happier place. I hope you have the brightest and happiest birthday in celebration of that today!"

"You have been so strong and incredible this year. Today is the day to relax and have some fun. Happy birthday!"

"You are the most amazing friend, and I hope you have the most amazing birthday, you deserve it!"

"You spend so much time looking out for others, but today is all about YOU! I hope you have the best time."

"I cannot believe how lucky I am to have a wonderful friend like you in my life, you make everything better! Wishing you the happiest of birthdays."

"I hope you have the best day filled with all your favourite things - cake, movies, and ME! (You can personalise this with your friend’s favourite things)"

"Another year older, wiser, and even bloomin’ lovelier. You’re one in a million, and I hope you have the best day."

"My lovely friend, you deserve the loveliest day! Wishing you the happiest of birthdays."

"Let’s eat cake and celebrate! Happy birthday you gorgeous human."

"I hope this coming year brings you all the happiness and joy!"

"I know things have been tough recently, but I hope you get to take some time out for you today, to be reminded of life’s little joys."

"You are so incredibly special, and I hope you have the best birthday."

"Wishing you a day full of sunshine and laughter, celebrating wonderful you! Happy birthday."

"To one of the kindest, most thoughtful people I know, happy birthday! Enjoy your day."

"A day to do whatever you want! Have an amazing time celebrating the wonderful, marvellous, unique you."

"Life has thrown so many obstacles your way, that you have so not deserved, but I hope today you get the chance to have some fun and celebrate your birthday. Sending so much love."

"Thanks for being the person I can come to with any problem, and feel heard, without judgement, and be greeted with so much love and warmth. You are incredible. Happy birthday!"

"Woohoo - let’s party! Hope you are sat giggling into a glass of fizz as you read this, cheers! Happy birthday my lovely."

"I hope all your wishes come true for the coming year! Happy birthday you gorgeous being."

"I could not be any prouder of you, you are amazing! Have the best day celebrating today."

"Here’s to another year of fantastic, beautiful, wonderful you! Happy birthday."

"You deserve to have a day as amazing as you! Happy birthday."

"I know you’re not big into celebrating your birthday, but you are such an important and wonderful person, and I just wanted you to know how special you are. I hope you have a great day."

"Life can get a little heavy sometimes, but let’s forget all that today and just have some fun! You deserve it. Happy birthday."

"You spend so much time putting other people first, you’re amazing. But please, spend today doing exactly what you want, and prioritise yourself. Hope you have the best birthday, you deserve it!"

"Can’t wait to see you for belated birthday cocktails and a proper catch up soon! Hope you have the best day."

"You rock! Happy birthday to an absolute legend."

"Time to put your feet up, relax, and remember how amazing you are! Happy birthday."

"Sending you oodles of love and hugs, hope you have an amazing birthday. You deserve all the happiness!"

"This calls for cake, and fizz, and lots of fun! It’s time to celebrate. Happy birthday you lovely lovely person."

"Happy birthday wishes to the one who never lets me face anything alone. May this year bring you endless support in return."

"Who needs a comedy show when I have you? Thanks for making life so entertaining. Happy Birthday!"

"Wishing you a fantastic birthday! I can't imagine my life without you, and I never want to."

"You're not just my best friend - you're family. Wishing you the best birthday, because you deserve nothing less."

"Wishing a happy birthday to my forever gem! Diamonds might be rare, but a friend like you is truly one of a kind."

"To the one who lights up lives just by being around - sending happy birthday wishes to you, my shining star."

"If life had an award show, you'd win it all - wishing you a very special birthday, my superstar best friend!"

"You bring magic into my life, and I hope today brings all that magic back to you tenfold. Sending the best birthday wishes to you, my wonderful friend."

"I don't believe in luck, but having you as my best friend makes me feel lucky every day. Wishing you a very special birthday, my favorite person."

"Your presence in my life is a daily blessing. Wishing the best birthday to someone who makes every day better."

"Birthday greetings to the one who truly glows and lights up every room - no candles needed!"

"Happy birthday wishes to the one who holds my heart. Loving you is the most beautiful thing I've ever done."

"Every time I look at you, I'm reminded of how lucky I am to call you mine. Wishing the love of my life the most magical birthday."

"Every kiss, every hug, every 'I love you' means even more today. Wishing a happy birthday to my love - I'm so lucky to be yours."

"You came into my life and changed everything with your love. I'll never stop falling for you. Happy birthday, sweetheart."

"Happy birthday, my love. Let's make today as unforgettable as the love we share."

"My love for you grows deeper with every heartbeat. Wishing my one and only the happiest birthday ever."

"Every time you hold my hand, hug me when I'm low, or simply look at me like I matter - I feel like the luckiest girl alive. Happy birthday wishes to the man who makes me feel so deeply loved."

"I still can't believe I get to love someone like you. Wishing you the happiest birthday ever."

"I don't need fancy gifts or grand gestures - your words and attention are enough to make me feel like a queen. Wishing the happiest of birthdays to my king."

"You're not just my boyfriend - you're the most beautiful part of my life. Happy birthday greetings to the man I love most."

"Waking up every day knowing I'm yours is the greatest gift. Wishing you the happiest birthday, my soulmate - today, it's all about you."

"You're the part of my heart I didn't know was missing. Happy birthday, my everything."

"I've never felt this kind of peace until I met you. Happy birthday to my calm."

"Sometimes I wonder how I got so lucky to have someone like you. Special happy birthday wishes to the most amazing man I know."

"Your birthday reminds me how grateful I am that you exist - because without you, I'd be lost. Best wishes on your birthday, sweetheart - you mean everything to me."

"I can't explain how deeply I feel for you - but I know it's real and lasting. Wishing you the best birthday ever, my love."

"I never believed in soulmates until I met you. Happy birthday, my heart's match."

"I wish you could see yourself through my eyes - you'd know how deeply I love you. Happy birthday to you, and best wishes for the most beautiful year ahead."

"The way you love is like medicine for my soul. Wishing you a very happy birthday, babe. You heal me."

"You're like a cozy hug for my soul. Happy birthday, honey."

"Happy birthday to the one who makes my heart skip beats."

"Every little thing you do makes me fall for you all over again. Best wishes on your birthday, my love."

"Loving you is my favorite habit. Happy birthday, sweetheart."

"Every parent wishes for a daughter like you-kind, strong, and full of love. And somehow, I'm the lucky one. Happy birthday to you, my heart."

"You've taught me the true meaning of love in the simplest, purest way. Happy birthday greetings to the amazing daughter who changed my world."

"The bond we share is unbreakable, and you'll always have a place in my heart. Happy birthday wishes, my dearest daughter."

"I've loved you since the very beginning, and I'll keep loving you forever. Wishing you all the best on your birthday, my whole world."

"You make me proud every day. Best wishes on your birthday, sweetheart."

"If I started talking about how much I love you, I'd never stop. So I'll keep it short: Happy Birthday, my everything."

"Every day, I thank the heavens for you. Because you're truly that special. Have a magical birthday, my girl."

"You may be all grown up now, but in my heart, you're still my baby. Wishing you a wonderful birthday, and know that I'm always there for you."

"You give so much to everyone around you, never asking for anything back. Today, I hope every good thing finds its way to you. Wishing you the best birthday ever, darling."

"No matter how far you go, you'll never be too far from my heart. Wishing you a very happy birthday, darling."

"Wishing you a happy birthday-may all your dreams and birthday wishes come true today and always."

"Watching you grow has been a blessing I'll never stop being thankful for. I hope your future is even more amazing than all the days before. Happy birthday."

"Wish you a happy, happy birthday, my dear. May God return your goodness tenfold and fill your year with joy."

"Happy Birthday, my dear son. You've always been more than I ever hoped for, and better than I ever dreamed."

"I thank God today and every day for blessing me with a son as wonderful as you. Happy birthday, my child."

"If anyone deserves the best of everything, it's you. Hope your birthday is as amazing as you are!"

"May today bring you all the things you've been hoping for - and even more surprises you didn't expect. Happy birthday to you, my loving son."

"You've already done so much, and you're just getting started. Wishing you a birthday full of even bigger wins."

"Happy birthday to you, beloved child of God."

"Happy birthday to you, my one-in-a-million sister. I'll forever be grateful for the day you became part of my life."

"Wishing you a birthday as special as your heart-because no one loves and supports me the way you do."

"Happy birthday to my strong and fearless sister. On your special day, remember there's nothing you can't achieve-and I'll always be right here to support you."

"Happy birthday to the shining star of our family! Hope your day is filled with endless smiles and all the love in the world."

"Happy birthday to my incredible sister-in-law. You've done so much for our family, and we appreciate you more than words can say."

"Happy birthday to my wonderful sister. I may not say it often, but I truly love you and feel so lucky to have you in my life every single day."

"Happy birthday to my amazing bonus sister. You didn't just win my sibling's heart-you won all of ours. We're truly lucky to have you in the family."

"Happy birthday to my loving brother. I never needed to look far for a hero-you've been beside me all along."

"Wishing you a happy birthday, Grandma. Your love has held generations together, and our family is extremely strong because of you."

"Happy birthday, Grandma. No one inspires me more than you do."

"Happy birthday to the best brother-in-law! You've filled my sister's life with so much joy. Wishing you a day full of love and happiness!"

"Happy birthday to the bravest brother-in-law ever! And hats off to you for handling our sister every single day-you deserve a medal!"

"Happy birthday to my second mom... with a lot more opinions and half the filter."

"Happy birthday to my superhero brother. You're like Batman, but without the money, gadgets, or muscles."

"Happy birthday to my almost-as-cool sister! Let's be honest-we both know who the real favorite is... but hey, second place isn't so bad!"

"like you comes once in a lifetime, and I will never take that for granted. Wishing you the happiest birthday ever!"

"Age is merely the number of years the world has been enjoying you."

"Hope you have a beautiful day celebrating, happy birthday!"

"At least you’re not as old as you will be next year."

"Happy birthday to my sister, my role model, and my forever friend-may this year bring more blessings than you can count!"