110 Best Birthday Wishes for Daughters From Mom or Dad

Birthdays are such a special occasion for many. It’s the one day out of the year that’s all about that one person. Sure, receiving thoughtful gifts, being pampered at a relaxing spa or indulging in a big slice of cake are all great ways to celebrate. However, chances are, none will make a lasting impact or tug at the heartstrings like reading a sentimental birthday message.

There’s something powerful about the written word that can’t be achieved with presents or other outward tokens of expression. That’s why it’s important to take the time to write a heartfelt note to your loved ones.

But when you think about what to say on your kids' birthdays, it can be particuarly hard to find the right words to really express what they mean to you. To help, we’ve rounded up some of the best birthday wishes for daughters. Use them to spark inspiration or take verbatim — no matter how you share them, sincere messages will resonate from any mom, dad or step-parent.

Whether she’s entering her tween years, a growing teenager or an adult raising a family of her own — she’ll always be your baby girl. You can also feel free to use these examples for your daughter-in-law's big day.

Of course, your daughter isn’t the only person in your life worthy of meaningful wishes. Be sure to check out our birthday wishes for your son, sweet messages for your best friend and lovely sentiments for your husband.

• Happy birthday to my favorite (and only) daughter!
• Wishing my sweet baby girl a fabulous birthday
  
• Happy birthday! You are the absolute best daughter any mother could ever have!
• I hope your special day is as special as you! Happy birthday, daughter.
• Nothing lights up my world more than you! Wishing you the happiest birthday ever.
• Wishing my sweetheart, a very happy birthday. I love you more than you’ll ever know.
• May all your wishes come true today and every day. Happy birthday!
• You’re the best thing that ever happened to me. Happy birthday!
• I admire the strong, independent woman you’ve become. Happy birthday!
• You’re my biggest inspiration. Happy birthday, dear!
• Happy birthday to my darling daughter!
• May you be surrounded by love and all your favorite things today and forever! Happy birthday!
• Wishing you a fun and memorable birthday!
• Happy birthday to the sweetest girl I know!
• You’re the brightest jewel in our family. Happy birthday to my precious daughter!
• Happy birthday, daughter! The world is a better place because you’re in it!
• You’ll always be the apple of my eye. Wishing you a fantastic birthday!
• Happy birthday to the one who makes me see life in full color! You add sparkle and pizzazz to everything and today we celebrate the fun firecracker that you are!
• Happy birthday, to my one and only daughter!
• I took a poll, and the results are in: You’re the absolute best daughter in the world! Happy birthday!
• Hugs and kisses for you today and always. Happy birthday!
• Happy cake day!
• Happy birthday to my greatest dream come true!
• Wishing my forever mini-me a fabulous birthday!
• You’re my everything! Wishing you a happy and memorable birthday!
• Let’s eat cake! Happy birthday to the sweetest gift I’ve ever received.

Funny Birthday Wishes

• Happy birthday to the most beautiful girl in the world. After all, you get your good looks from me!
• From the moment you were born, you’ve ruled our lives! It’s good to know that nothing has changed. Happy birthday, daughter.
• Cake should be the only food we eat today! Remember, mothers always know best. Happy birthday, my sweet!
  
• Wow, we’re starting to run out of space on the cake with all these candles! You’re catching up to me. Happy birthday!
• I should be the one getting presents today. After all, I’m the one who brought you into the world! Happy birthday!
• Seriously, finding a gift for you gets harder and harder every year. This year I’ve finally found the best one yet: hugs and kisses. Happy birthday!
• Happy birthday to the person who decided to put me through hours of labor and even cried about it for months!
• May all your birthday wishes come true — except the illegal ones. Happy birthday!
• I suppose it’s too late to return you to the stork, right? OK, I guess I’ll keep you! Happy birthday!
• Since you’re a year older, does that mean you can now pay us back for all the expenses you’ve incurred?
• Even on the days when you test my patience (there are many!), you always find a way to make me smile. Happy birthday to my spunky daughter!
• I wouldn’t trade you for the world. Well, maybe if the price is right! At any rate, happy birthday, daughter!
• Happy birthday to the girl whose birthday I’ll never forget. It’s impossible to forget such a painful day.
• As a thank you for all those sleepless nights I had when you were a baby, I think I’ll take up drumming and stay at your place for a week! Happy birthday!

• I thank God for granting me another wonderful year with my super sweet, intelligent, and gorgeous daughter. Happy birthday!
• There’s not a day that goes by that I don’t pray for you. Today I’ll pray even harder because it’s one of the most special days of the year. Happy birthday, beautiful girl.
• May God grant you all the desires of your heart. Happy birthday.
• You’re my biggest blessing and I never take that for granted. May all your hopes and dreams come true. Happy birthday!
• God blessed me with the greatest gift: You! Wishing you the best birthday yet.
• I pray that your special day brings an abundance of happiness to you today and always.
• I’m so grateful to God that He chose me to be your mother. There is no greater love. Happy birthday, daughter!
• You’re truly an angel on earth. God sent you to bless us with your love and for that I’m tremendously blessed. Happy birthday!
• It’s my prayer that blessings shower down on you today. Happy birthday!
• As you blow out your candles, stop and give thanks for all of life’s blessings. I pray for you daily. Happy birthday, my angel.
• My prayer is that you remain the sweet and kind person you’ve always been. Wishing you nothing but the best today and always!
• Today we’re celebrating you — the biggest blessing we could ever receive. We love you so much. Happy birthday!
• May God continue to keep you happy and healthy. Happy birthday, sweet daughter.
• As long as you remember that every birthday is a blessing from above, you’ll never fear getting older. Happy birthday!

• You bring out the best in everyone you encounter. Your spirit could light up the darkest sky. Never stop being you. Happy birthday, precious daughter.
• No one on earth can make my heart smile the way you do. Simply hearing your voice brings me peace and serenity. Thank you for being the absolute best daughter anyone could ever have.
• Today, I hope you take the time to reflect on how much you’ve impacted our family. You truly make our lives better. Happy birthday!
• You’re the greatest gift that I’ve ever received. Happy birthday to the person who made me a mom. I love you!
• Being your mother is an honor and privilege. I’d do anything for you today and always. Happy birthday!
• You’re such an inspiration to those around you. Keep shining like the star that you are. Happy birthday!
• When I look at you, I see an incredible woman who knows what she wants out of life. Your ambition is admirable and I’m so lucky to watch you blossom. Happy birthday!
• There’s so much about you that I love. From your warm smile to your kind heart. You’re truly a gem. Happy birthday, baby girl!
• As your mother, I know you’ve always looked up to me. But now as you mature into an outstanding woman with children of your own, I admire you. It brings me so much joy watching you raise my grandchildren. Happy birthday!
• You stole my heart the day I stared into your bright eyes. I’ve been in awe of you since day one and that will never change. I love you. Happy birthday, daughter.
• You’ve made me a better person. Your birth was truly a rebirth for me, and I am forever grateful. Happy birthday.
• I can barely remember my life before you entered it. That’s how much you’ve impacted my entire existence. Happy birthday, my love.
• Witnessing you grow into a responsible young woman is all I could’ve asked for. Happy birthday!
• You deserve everything this world can offer and more. I hope you get it all because you’re beyond worthy. Happy birthday!
• Nobody is as kind and compassionate as you! May this day bring forth all the good that you give. Wishing you the best birthday!
• Thank you for being an amazing daughter. My heart beats for you! Happy birthday, my sweet daughter.
• You’re the icing to my cupcake. You make everything sweeter! Happy birthday, sunshine.
• When I look at you, I see a remarkable woman who doesn’t let anything get in the way of her dreams. You’re truly an inspiration. I hope you enjoy your special day to the fullest!
• Happy birthday to the little girl who has grown into an outstanding young woman. You make me so proud!
• I don’t know what I did to deserve a daughter as caring, thoughtful and loving as you. I really hit the jackpot when you were born. Happy birthday!
• No one can make me laugh and smile like you do. You’re such a joy to be around. Happy birthday!
• I’m so honored to call you my daughter. I wish every person on earth would experience this kind of love. Happy birthday, sweetheart.
• Just when I think you can’t brighten my life even more, you continue to do it — year after year. Cheers to another birthday!
• You’ve always had a heart of gold. That’s why I hope this year you get everything you’ve given others tenfold. Happy birthday, my sweet and kind daughter.
• You illuminate the lives of everyone you encounter. May your warm spirit continue to shine and touch others. Wishing you the best of everything on your special day.
• Happy birthday to the best daughter on the planet. Nothing comes close to the love I have for you. You’re simply the best!

• I love that you’ve always marched to the beat of your own drum. Always stay true to yourself and you’ll never go wrong. Happy birthday, sweetheart!
• As I watch you blossom into a gorgeous young lady, I’m simply overjoyed. You bring so much love and happiness to our family. Happy birthday, pretty girl.
• Never stop being yourself because you’re the coolest person I know. Happy birthday, baby!
• I hope this doesn’t embarrass you, but I love you to infinity and beyond! Thank you for always laughing at my corny jokes. Happy birthday!
• Your positive attitude will take you far in life. Keep your promising outlook and the world will be your oyster. Happy birthday, beautiful.
• Watching you blossom into a beautiful young lady has been one of my biggest blessings. Wishing you a wonderful birthday.
• You shine brighter than any star in the sky. It’s a pleasure watching you soar. Happy birthday!
• No matter what you decide to do in life, just know that I’ll always be your biggest cheerleader. Happy birthday, to my favorite girl.
• Happy birthday to my smart, fierce and funny young lady.
• Your infectious laugh lights up every room. I admire your humor — never change. Happy birthday, sweet girl.
• You’re my motivation. Thank you for being a wonderful daughter. Happy birthday, sweetheart.
• You stole my heart from the moment you came into my life. My love for you is unconditional and I’ll always be by your side. Happy birthday!
• I hope this birthday brings you joy and happiness because you’re more than deserving. I love you!
• Watching you grow into an independent young woman brings me so much joy. Happy birthday!
• I’m the luckiest mom on earth because I have you as a daughter. Happy birthday, to my special girl!
• May your special day be filled with love, well wishes, and of course, cake! Happy birthday.
• You’re wiser than I ever was at your age and that makes me one proud Mama Bear. Happy birthday!
• You’re going to change the world. There’s nothing more satisfying than watching you accomplish your dreams. May today be the best birthday yet!
• The world is a better place because you’re in it. Continue shining like the star you are! Happy birthday!
• When you were born, I knew that you’d grow into a strong and fearless young woman. I was right! Happy birthday.
• I marvel at your confidence and desire to make the world a better place. Happy birthday, my future leader.
• Even though I can no longer hold you in my arms, you'll always be my baby. Happy birthday, sweetie!
• Happy birthday to the coolest kid in all the land! Mommy loves you more than you’ll ever know!
• As you grow into adulthood, never lose your sense of wonder. Happy birthday, to my favorite girl.
• It’s a privilege watching you blossom into a beautiful young woman. Happy birthday!
• It would take an eternity to express all the love I have for you! You make my heart burst with pride. Happy birthday!
• Wishing you everlasting joy as you celebrate another year around the sun! Keep shining and lighting up our lives.
• Watching you succeed in life is beyond satisfying. You make me proud in so many ways. Happy birthday, sweet girl!
• Since it’s your birthday, I guess I’ll forgive you for stealing all my clothes! Happy birthday, to my favorite fashionista!
• Your compassionate spirit is admirable. You’re an inspiration to me and everyone who knows you. Wishing you an amazing birthday this year and always!