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Are you scratching your head, trying to think of the perfect birthday message for your girlfriend? Don’t worry: we’ve got you covered. It’s not always easy to find the right words, especially when trying to show your girlfriend how much you care—so we’ve compiled a detailed list of birthday wishes for you to use. Read on, and we’ll show you how to brighten your girlfriend’s birthday with a thoughtful message, whether you plan to write it in a card, send it in a text, or say it loud and proud!
Steps
Romantic Birthday Messages
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Express your love for your girlfriend with a romantic message. If you adore your girlfriend deeply and want to shout it from the rooftops, dial up the romance with tender, passionate birthday wishes. Expressing love with a sappy message or two is never a bad idea—and it’s sure to make her feel extra-loved on her special day! [1] X Research source
- “It may be your birthday, my love, but I somehow lucked out and got the best gift of all: you.”
- “I’ve never loved anyone like I love you, and I’m so grateful for you. Happy birthday!”
- “Every day, I ask myself how I got lucky enough to have you in my life. Happy birthday, my love!”
- “Happy birthday to the woman I will love forever!”
- “Your love has changed my entire life, and I love you to the moon and back in return. Happy birthday!”
- “Happy birthday, babe! I love you more and more every day.”
- “It’s your birthday! I love you so much and can’t wait to love you for another 365 days.”
- “Happy birthday to the most beautiful girl I know, inside and out. I love you!”
- “Happy birthday to the girl who stole my heart. Every day with you is a wonderful gift, and I cherish them all!”
- “I’m not always the best with words, but on this special day, I want you to know how I really feel: I’m completely in love with you!”
Funny Birthday Messages
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Send a funny message if your girlfriend has a keen sense of humor. Is your girlfriend a hilarious person, always making you laugh? Does she prefer comedy movies to more dramatic genres? If so, a funny birthday message might be the perfect thing for her—so speak her language by cracking a silly (yet still sweet) joke . Plus, humor (and laughter) can help sustain relationships! [2] X Research source
- “Happy birthday to my incredibly lucky girlfriend. After all, you’ve got me as a partner!”
- “Happy birthday to a girl who’s not getting older, just more experienced at being amazing!”
- “I was going to wish you the best birthday ever, but you’re spending it with me—so it definitely will be!”
- “Happy birthday! Your beauty intensifies each year—just like your taste in partners.”
- “Happy birthday to the only girlfriend my mom has ever really liked. That's a victory worth celebrating every day!”
- “Happy birthday to my beautiful, talented girlfriend! I can understand why some people don’t believe me when I say that you’re my girlfriend because, in truth, I sometimes can’t believe it either!”
- “Please still love me despite how off-key I’m going to sing ‘Happy Birthday.’ I promise it'll be worth it!”
- “Happy birthday to the only person I can tolerate 24/7. I love you!”
- “How I got so lucky to end up with someone as beautiful as you, I’ll never know, but I’m certainly not complaining about it! Happy birthday.”
Short Birthday Messages
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Include a short, thoughtful sentiment in a birthday card. If you’re not usually keen on talking at length (or want the pre-written message in your girlfriend’s birthday card to do most of the talking), short yet sweet birthday wishes can still show her how much you care. Just remember to say something more in person if you write a short note in her card (or vice versa if you plan to give brief wishes in person and write a longer card).
- “I’m so excited to celebrate my favorite person today. Let’s party!”
- “Today’s a special day because it’s the day you were born—and you’re one of a kind. HBD!”
- “Wishing my sweetie a happy birthday!”
- “You’re the icing to my cake. Happy birthday, darling!”
- “My world is better with you in it. HBD!”
- “You bring so much joy into my life, babe. Happy birthday!”
- “Your smile can light up the darkest room. Happy birthday!”
- “Happy birthday to my favorite person in the entire world!”
- “Thank you for being mine, and have a very happy birthday!”
Heartfelt Birthday Messages
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Show your girlfriend you care with a longer, more sentimental message. Regardless of whether the relationship is fairly new or years in the making, heartfelt birthday wishes indicate that your girlfriend is truly important to you—and that the relationship is, too. So, get in touch with your sensitive side and connect with your girlfriend more deeply by opening up to her and sharing what’s in your heart. [3] X Trustworthy Source HelpGuide Nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free, evidence-based mental health and wellness resources. Go to source
- “Thank you for filling my life with more love and happiness than I thought possible. You make every day brighter and better! Here’s to another year of new experiences and adventures together. Happy birthday, sweetheart.”
- “I felt a connection to you from the moment we met, and that connection has only grown stronger with time. You’re my dream girl, and I’m so proud to call you my girlfriend. May this birthday be your happiest yet—and may we celebrate many more together!”
- “You’re the most amazing woman I’ve ever met—and the sweetest, most caring person in my life. Today, I’m sending you the gift of my love (along with other gifts, of course) and wishing you the happiest of birthdays. Enjoy your day, my love!
- “I didn’t think soulmates existed, but you prove me wrong every day. Being with you feels so natural, and I can’t imagine my life without you. I know we have many more years of birthday wishes and celebrations ahead, and I plan to make the most of every single one. I love you, babe. Happy birthday!”
- “The thought of spending another year with you fills me with so much happiness I can’t describe it with words alone. You mean the world to me. Happy birthday, babe!”
- “Today is all about celebrating you: your beauty, charm, generosity, compassion, and everything that makes you so special to me (and everyone else around you). Happy birthday to someone who makes every moment worth cherishing!”
Steamy Birthday Messages
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Make your girlfriend feel desired with a seductive birthday message. It’s always nice to be reminded that your partner finds you attractive, right? Spice up your girlfriend’s birthday wishes (and give her a little self-esteem boost ) by paying her a sultry compliment and letting her know that she’s absolutely the girl of your dreams!
- “On this day, my queen was born. Happy birthday to a gorgeous, smoking-hot lady!”
- “Whenever I look at your gorgeous face, I know I’m the luckiest person ever! Can’t wait to celebrate every inch of you later.”
- “Happy birthday! I want to spend today kissing you (and doing a whole lot of naughty things with you).
- “Happy birthday, beautiful. Let’s celebrate with breakfast (and other things) in bed today!”
- “Happy birthday! Can I give you your present in the bedroom tonight?”
- “Happy birthday, my love! Just thinking about all the ways I want to celebrate you tonight!”
- “Happy birthday! I can't wait to give you a present tonight. Spoiler alert: it’s me.”
Appreciative Birthday Messages
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Remind your girlfriend how grateful you are to have someone like her. Make her feel extra special by telling her exactly what you love and appreciate about her. What are her best qualities? Why are you thankful for her presence in your life? Sharing your appreciation lets her know that you notice the small things she does for you each day (and don’t take her for granted). [4] X Research source
- “I don’t say this enough, but thank you for being an incredible girlfriend. You make me feel loved, seen, and supported—and you’re the funniest person I know!”
- “You’re the best person I know, and you make me want to be the best version of myself, too. Happy birthday to the loveliest girlfriend ever!”
- “Thank you for all those times you went out of your way to spend time with me and cheer me up after a hard day. You’re so thoughtful, and I hope you have an amazing birthday!”
- “Thank you for trusting me with your thoughts, feelings, and dreams. Having a confidante and partner in you feels wonderful, and I look forward to celebrating many more birthdays!”
- “Nobody loves me like you do, and you deserve the world. Thank you for being yourself, and happy happy birthday from your biggest fan!”
- “Every day with you feels like an adventure. I love all the joy and fun you bring into my life and promise to do the same for you. Happy birthday!
- “You always know what to say to make me feel loved, and I can never thank you enough for your support. Wishing you the happiest of birthdays!”
- “I feel so lucky to have such a talented girlfriend. You impress me every day, and I hope all of your dreams come true. Happy birthday, my love!”
Good Morning Birthday Messages
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Start her birthday off right with a quick, cute morning message. Unless you live far apart, you’ll probably still see her later and give her even more birthday wishes—but you can still put a smile on your girlfriend’s face by sending her a quick “Happy birthday” message in the morning. Or, if you’re together that morning, offer a cheerful “Happy birthday” sentiment before going about the rest of your day!
- “Rise and shine—it’s your birthday! So psyched to see you later, babe!”
- “Good morning, babe! A special birthday breakfast delivery is on its way to you.”
- “Wishing I woke up with you in my arms, birthday girl! 😘”
- “Hope you got all the beauty sleep your heart desires, birthday girl. See you soon!”
- “Good morning to the most amazing birthday girl on the planet!”
- “Rise and shine, birthday girl! Here’s to your special day.”
- “I woke up feeling like today was important, but I couldn’t remember why…jk! Happy birthday, sweetheart!”
- “I’m counting down the minutes until I see you today. In the meantime, happy happy birthday!”
Long-Distance Birthday Messages
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Tell a long-distance girlfriend that you miss her deeply. Long-distance can be tough to manage, especially when it comes to birthdays—you may wish you could spend your girlfriend’s special day right beside her rather than miles away. [5] X Research source Still, an emotional sentiment in a birthday card (or spoken over a phone or video call) can remind your girlfriend that you care and want her to enjoy her day, even if you’re not there.
- “Happy birthday, sweetheart! You deserve to have the best day ever—I just wish I could be there for it.”
- “Sending you so many hugs and kisses, birthday girl. I love you!”
- “I wish I could tell you how much I love you in person today—but then again, I wish that every day!”
- “No matter how far away you are, you’re always in my thoughts. I love you, birthday girl!”
- “You’re the only thing I’ll think about today, birthday girl. Enjoy yourself!”
- “I can’t wait to celebrate with you properly. Until then, enjoy your day, and know I’m sending you birthday wishes from here!”
- “I miss you every day we’re not together, but especially today. Happy birthday, babe!”
- “You might be far away from me, but you’re always close to my heart. Happy birthday!”
- “Happy birthday! I’m planning a belated birthday celebration for the day we can be together again.”
Messages for a New Girlfriend
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Let a new girlfriend know you look forward to more birthdays in the future. If your relationship is relatively new, you might feel unsure how to address her on her birthday—especially if you really like her but maybe aren’t ready to say “I love you” yet. And that’s perfectly okay! With a simple yet sincere birthday message, you can still show a new girlfriend that you’re serious about the relationship and truly care for her . For example:
- “I can’t wait to celebrate you today! Happy birthday.”
- “Ready to pop some champagne tonight, birthday girl? I can’t wait!”
- “Asking you out was the smartest thing I’ve done all year. Happy birthday!”
- “I’ve got a super special date planned for today, birthday girl!”
- “The last few months have been so great—and I’m excited to celebrate. Happy birthday!”
- “Today’s all about you! Happy birthday to an awesome girlfriend.”
- “Happy birthday! The cake is on me later.”
- “Our relationship is new, but I’m excited to celebrate future birthdays with you too!”
- “Happy birthday! Let’s do this every year—what do you say?”
Birthday Text Messages
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Include a few celebratory emojis in a cute birthday text. Presumably, you can also do something else for your girlfriend’s birthday (either send her a card and call her if you’re long-distance or celebrate in person if you live nearby), but texts are still a cute way to add to the birthday cheer! So, send your girlfriend a text (complete with emojis to add some color) and let her know how special her birthday is!
- “Enjoy your special day, babe! I’ll see you soon! 😘😍”
- “Happy birthday to my beautiful girlfriend! 🥳 May your day be filled with laughter and joy.”
- “Blow out your candles and make a wish, babe. 🎂 Happy birthday!”
- “Happy birthday to an extraordinary woman! Can’t wait to celebrate your birth. 🎁🎈”
- “You were born on this day, and I’m over the moon that you were! 🌙 Happy birthday! 🎉”
- “You deserve a happy, cake-filled birthday—and I’m gonna make it happen! 🍰🧁”
- “Happy birthday, sweetheart! Today (and every day), you’re the star. 🌟🤩”
- “It’s your birthday, and I couldn’t be happier to be spending it with you! 😄🎉”
- “Get ready for the best birthday ever, babe! I love you! ❤️🎈”
Birthday Blessings
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Offer a blessing if you and your girlfriend have the same religion. Birthday wishes with religious sentiments in them can be super touching as long as religion is something you and your girlfriend share. Sharing blessings probably isn’t the best idea if your girlfriend isn’t religious—even if you are. However, when religion is something you have in common, feel free to incorporate it into a birthday card (or speech).
- “You’re in my prayers today and every day. I hope you get every blessing in life. Happy birthday!”
- “May your birthday be filled with happiness, peace, and blessings. I love you!”
- “I pray you get everything you want and more. You deserve the world. Happy birthday!”
- “I’m so grateful that God let our paths cross and brought you into my life. Happy birthday!”
- “My prayer is for God to grant you all of your desires today. Happy birthday, my love!”
- “May God always bless you—and our relationship. Have a happy day, birthday girl!”
- “God blessed me with the most wonderful girlfriend ever. Happy birthday!”
- “I wish you a blessed day, my love. Happy birthday!”
Birthday Quotes
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Use a famous quote to capture the depth of your feelings. Sometimes, it can feel like the world’s renowned writers, poets, and playwrights know your feelings better than you do! If a quote really resonates with you (and can help show your girlfriend how much you love her and wish her a happy birthday), why not include it in her birthday card?
- “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
- “Let us never know what old age is. Let us know the happiness time brings, not count the years.” —Decimus Magnus Ausonius
- “Love grows more tremendously full, swift, poignant, as the years multiply.” —Zane Grey
- “If you live to be a hundred, I want to live to be a hundred minus one day so I never have to live without you.” —A.A Milne
- “You don’t get older, you get better.” —Shirley Bassey
- “Grow old along with me! The best is yet to be.” —Robert Browning
- “As we grow older together, As we continue to change with age, There is one thing that will never change...I will always keep falling in love with you." —Karen Clodfelder
- "I wish I could turn back the clock. I'd find you sooner and love you longer. Happy birthday!" —Unknown
- “You are my today and all of my tomorrows.” —Leo Christopher
- “The older you get, the better you get, unless you are a banana.” —Betty White
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