Both girl dads and girl moms know the importance of making their daughter feel special all year round. When her birthday comes along, though, she'll be treated like royalty! While you search for a specially picked-out gift idea and begin to plan what birthday cake will be at the center of the table, don't forget about the power of words! A sweet and thoughtful happy birthday wish can go a long way. This list of best birthday wishes for daughters proves that to be true!
Commemorate the special occasion with a card, text, or Instagram post! Cards have enough space for Mom to pair the birthday message with cute mother-daughter quotes or lyrics from mother-daughter songs. (Dad, the same goes for you!) Kids of any age will appreciate an Instagram post like Ree Drummond often shares for her girls. "My beautiful, mighty Paige. These photos show a few of her many facets," Ree wrote in her birthday tribute. "Working girl, cowgirl, horse lover, graduate, daughter, sister, friend... Happy Birthday, Paige!" Such a sweet message! The birthday wishes for daughters that you'll find here are inspired by the Drummonds, plus much more (like some birthday wishes for daughter-in-laws, too).
Heartwarming Birthday Wishes for Your Daughter
- Wishing you the best day, my darling girl. It has been a dream to watch you grow every day!
- My beautiful, mighty [Name]. You have so many facets I continue to admire year after year—you are a loyal friend, a passionate worker, a curious thinker, and above all else, an open heart. Happy birthday!
- Being your mother/father has been the best job of my life. Keep growing into the special person you are!
- You never cease to inspire me and everyone else around you. Have the best day.
- You may think that only children look up to their parents, but know that I have always admired you. I learn so much from you every day, and can't wait to see where this new year brings you!
- To the best kid a parent could ask for: you've truly made me a better person and I am forever grateful. Have the happiest birthday.
- It has been the greatest gift to watch you blossom into the woman you are today. Wishing you the happiest birthday!
- Thank you for being the most amazing person. You always impress me with your poise, wit, and kindness. There should be more of you in the world!
- To the girl who makes everything sweeter. Happy birthday! My life became so much brighter thee moment you entered it.
- Happy, trusting, brave—these are the things we want for our children. I am so proud to call you my daughter.
- Wishing the happiest of birthdays to the girl who has grown into an outstanding woman. Let's raise a glass!
- There's no one else in this world who can make me laugh or cry like you. And how special is that? Have a wonderful birthday day, darling.
- A parent's job is never over, it just evolves with time. No matter how many birthdays you celebrate, I'll always be your mama. Happy you day!
- Cheers to another trip around the sun. I hope this next one sees you go even farther and delve even deeper.
- You brighten the lives of everyone you touch. And I don't just know that from what people say, but from my own experience raising you. Keep on shining on!
- I can't begin to count the ways you have made my life better. What I can say is you're the person I always want to be. Happy birthday!
- The day you entered this world everything got just a little bit better, and it's continued ever since. Thanks for being my favorite human!
- My daughter is a friend to the friendless, patient, strong, thoughtful beyond measure, and so much more. It may be cheesy, but it's all true!
- Happy birthday kiddo! The world is waiting for you to grab it by the horns. Hold on, because it's going to be a wild ride.
- I couldn't have asked for a better daughter. My heartbeat, my soul, my rock. Have a happy birthday!
Funny Birthday Wishes for Your Daughter
- Thank you for being the best partner in crime. (I think the other parents are jealous!)
- Parents may not always know what we're doing but we do our darn best. You're the proof I got it right.
- Well, the hours of labor were definitely worth it! Happy birthday.
- May all your birthday wishes come true (except for the ones I don't want to know about!).
- Happy birthday, dearest. Rather than shopping in my closet, why don't we go to a real store?
- 10/10 daughter experience. I keep coming back for more!
- Happy birthday to the kid who keeps me up to date on the world! I'd be living under a rock without you.
- Happy birthday, sweets! Are you old enough to take care of your dear parents yet?
- Congrats on turning another year older! I swear with each one you grow a little smarter and I grow a little shorter.
- Happy birthday! We made it through your teen years without killing each other, which means it's a job well done.
- Happy birthday to the sassiest, silliest pain in my bum that I wouldn't trade for the world.
- Happy birthday darling daughter! We're still waiting on our invite to the party you're throwing later.
- Stop having so many birthdays you're making me feel old!
- Happiest of birthdays to the one person whose birthday I can remember without a Facebook reminder.
- I think you're a pretty darn good person, and not just because I made you!
- To redeem this coupon for one week of no chores, please deliver a hug and a kiss to your loving parent/s.
- Happy birthday, baby! Are you now old enough that it's not embarrassing to follow me back?
- I wish you a birthday full of joy, laughter, and fun... but not too much fun or I'll start worrying.
- I smile because you're my daughter. I laugh because there's nothing you can do about it!
- It has been so wonderful to see you grow and mature over the years. Thank you for all your patience in helping me with tech issues. I didn't expect that to happen so fast!
Sweet Birthday Wishes for Your Daughter-in-Law
- Happy birthday! I hope this day brings you as much joy as you bring my life.
- Happy birthday to the best daughter-in-law a parent could ask for!
- My strong, brave, smart, beautiful daughter-in-law. Happy birthday!
- Wishing you the best birthday. I appreciate you more than you could ever know!
- To the kindest soul ever—happy birthday!
- You deserve the best day! Here's to another year of brightening the world.
- Happy you day! You inspire me in so many ways.
- Your birthday never ceases to amaze me. So grateful for the day you entered my life.
- I hope today you are surrounded by friends, laughter, and joy on this special day!
- Cheers to the best daughter-in-law in the world!
- All my love to you always, but especially today. Happy birthday!
- I'm so lucky to call you my D-I-L!
- Here's to the person who I'm so glad I met! Happiest of birthdays to you.
- I'm so proud of all you've accomplished this year. Now it's time to party!
- Grateful for every day I've spent with you since you walked into our family's life. Happy birthday!
- You are the best addition to this crazy family! Happy birthday!
- So happy that our child has met you. Happy birthday to you!
- Our lives instantly became much more fun the second you became our daughter-in-law. May you have the best day today!
- Wishing you the most fun birthday yet! Let's get this party started!
- Have I mentioned you're the best daughter-in-law I've ever known? It's true, so let's celebrate!
Blessings for Your Daughter's Birthday
- May your special day be filled with the same joy you bring into this world.
- God blessed me the moment you entered my life. I am thankful every day!
- May God bless and keep you always, and may your wishes all come true on this special day.
- Life is full of ups and downs, but may you feel love and guidance at every turn.
- Wishing you a blessed day full of laughter, love, and friendship! You deserve it all and more.
- I am so grateful that I was chosen to be your mother/father. There is no greater blessing in my life.
- When you blow out your candles, remember to take stock of the blessings that already exist in your life. I always count you as my number one.
- Today is your day! May this day, week, and year bring you all that you have worked so hard for.
- Today we celebrate you and all that you have brought into this world! You always strive for what is right, and that is the greatest blessing a parent could ask for.
- My prayer today is that you have another year full of growth, change, and happiness.
- Here's to another healthy, happy year! Happy birthday.
- To my angel on earth, have the happiest birthday.
- Happy birthday, my sweet daughter. May today be full of abundance and joy.
- God granted me the greatest gift of all: You! I hope you have the best birthday yet.
- You always stay brave and loving in the face of adversity. That is all a parent can ask Him for.
- I hope your day is blessed with good friends and even greater food!
- When I count my blessings, being your parent is at the top of my list. I hope this day brings you as much happiness!
- How did the universe know that we would be such a good parent-child match? Hope you have a wonderful day!
- Words cannot express the gratitude I feel about calling you my daughter. Feeling blessed beyond measure.
- I pray that your special day brings an abundance of love! Know that you're already getting that from me.
Birthday Wishes for Your Tween / Teenage Daughter
- Your tween subscription just upgraded to teen! Happy birthday and congrats!
- Another teenage year down! How many do we have to go?
- I have never seen someone handle being a tween/teen with such grace. Happy birthday!
- Happy birthday, darling! Never stop being your original, cool, unique self.
- You've always marched to her own drummer. I'm so glad that hasn't changed.
- As you begin to grow toward adulthood, always keep your beautiful sense of wonder.
- We need more grownups like you in this world. So hurry up already!
- You are so much more reflective and wiser than I was at your age. Have the best birthday—I'm beyond proud.
- Never stop fighting to make the world a better place. Happy birthday!
- Have the best birthday to the daughter who has suddenly discovered my closet.
- Happy birthday to the coolest kid on the block!
- Watching you grow into the beautiful human you are has been such a treat. Happy birthday!
- No matter what you try you throw yourself into it all the way, and that is beyond admirable. Keep on being the best!
- No one said teenage years are easy, but you're doing a remarkable job. Have the best birthday!
- Be in the moment and enjoy today in its entirety. These years will be gone before you know it.
- I cannot believe what an incredible young woman you're growing up to be. (Actually, I totally can!) Happy birthday, sweetie.
- I know it's not cool to call me your best friend but I'm proud to say you're mine. Have the best day!
- Have a happy birthday. Thank you for always laughing at my terrible, corny jokes!
- Happy birthday, sweetheart. One day you'll marvel at my patience!
- People say that the teenage years are hard, but I haven't a clue what they're talking about. You rock!
Micaela Bahn is a freelance editorial assistant and recent graduate from Carleton College, where she majored in English literature. She loves running, photography, and cooking the best new recipes.
