A brother can be your first rival, your protector and eventually one of your closest friends. His birthday card is a good place to say what you might not say out loud.
Below are 60 birthday wishes for a brother, including short and heartfelt messages, messages from a sister or brother, funny wishes, and wishes for a brother-in-law.
Article contents
- How to Write a Birthday Card for Your Brother
- Short Birthday Wishes for Brother
- Heartfelt Birthday Wishes for Brother
- Birthday Wishes for Brother From a Sister
- Birthday Wishes for Brother From a Brother
- Birthday Wishes for an Older Brother
- Birthday Wishes for a Younger Brother
- Funny Birthday Wishes for Brother
- Birthday Wishes for a Brother-in-Law
- Birthday Wishes for a Brother Far Away
- Milestone Birthday Wishes for Brother
- Religious Birthday Wishes for Brother
- How to Sign the Card
- Frequently Asked Questions
How to Write a Birthday Card for Your Brother
- Start with "Happy birthday" and his name or nickname.
- Add one line about what he means to you.
- Mention a memory or an inside joke.
- Close with love or a plan. "Dinner is on me" works.
Example: "Happy birthday, Nick! Still the first person I call when my car makes a weird noise. Thanks for always picking up. Love, Jen"
Short Birthday Wishes for Brother
- Happy birthday, brother!
- Happy birthday to my favorite brother.
- Happy birthday, bro. Have a great one.
- Happy birthday to my brother and my friend.
- Cheers to you, brother. Happy birthday.
- Happy birthday! Hope your day is as great as you are.
- Happy birthday to the best brother around.
- Happy birthday, big brother.
- Happy birthday, little brother.
- Love you, bro. Happy birthday.
Heartfelt Birthday Wishes for Brother
- Happy birthday to the brother who has always had my back.
- I am lucky to have a brother who is also one of my best friends. Happy birthday.
- Growing up with you gave me some of my favorite memories. Happy birthday.
- You are a great brother, a great dad and a good man. Happy birthday.
- Thank you for always showing up for me. Happy birthday, brother.
- I hope you know how proud I am of you. Happy birthday.
- Happy birthday to my brother. The older we get, the more I appreciate you.
- Wishing you a year full of good health, good times and good news.
Birthday Wishes for Brother From a Sister
- Happy birthday to the brother who scared off my first boyfriend. Thank you, I think.
- Happy birthday to my brother. You will always be my protector and my favorite person to tease.
- To my brother: thank you for teaching me how to throw a ball and how to take a joke. Happy birthday.
- Happy birthday from your favorite sister. I am your only sister, but still.
- I am so proud to be your sister. Happy birthday.
Birthday Wishes for Brother From a Brother
- Happy birthday, brother. Still can't beat me at basketball, but happy birthday anyway.
- Happy birthday to my brother and my best man.
- Happy birthday, bro. Thanks for all the years of backup.
- To my brother: we fought over everything as kids, and now I would do anything for you. Happy birthday.
- Happy birthday. Let's get together soon, first round is on me.
Birthday Wishes for an Older Brother
- Happy birthday to my big brother. You showed me the way, even when I didn't follow.
- Happy birthday to the brother I have looked up to my whole life.
- Thanks for going first at everything so I knew what to expect. Happy birthday.
- Happy birthday to my older brother. You are still older, and I am still enjoying that.
- Happy birthday, big bro. Thanks for looking out for me.
Birthday Wishes for a Younger Brother
- Happy birthday to my little brother. Somehow you grew up into a great man.
- Happy birthday, kid. I will always be proud of you.
- Happy birthday to my little brother, who is now taller than me.
- Watching you grow up has been one of the best parts of my life. Happy birthday.
- Happy birthday to my baby brother. You will always be my baby brother.
Funny Birthday Wishes for Brother
- Happy birthday to my brother. Mom still likes me best.
- You are not getting older. You are getting closer to my level of wisdom. Happy birthday.
- Happy birthday! I got you the best gift: not telling Mom what you did in high school.
- Happy birthday to my brother. Thanks for eating all the cereal for 18 years.
- Another year older, and still not the funny one. Happy birthday.
- Happy birthday! I would have gotten you something bigger, but you already have a big head.
Birthday Wishes for a Brother-in-Law
- Happy birthday to my brother-in-law. I am so glad you are part of this family.
- Happy birthday! Thank you for making my sister so happy.
- Happy birthday to a brother-in-law who feels like a brother.
- Wishing a great birthday to the best brother-in-law around.
Birthday Wishes for a Brother Far Away
- Happy birthday from across the country. I miss you, brother.
- Wish I could be there to celebrate with you. Call me tonight.
- Miles apart, but you are always my brother. Happy birthday.
- Happy birthday! Let's plan a visit soon.
Milestone Birthday Wishes for Brother
- Happy 30th, brother. Your best years are just getting started.
- Happy 40th birthday! Still the coolest guy I know.
- Happy 50th, big brother. Half a century looks good on you.
- Happy 60th birthday to my brother. Here is to many more.
Religious Birthday Wishes for Brother
The verse is from the New International Version (NIV). For more, see our religious birthday greetings.
- Happy birthday, brother. I thank God for you.
- May God bless you and your family this year.
- Praying this year brings you peace, health and joy.
- "The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace." (Numbers 6:24-26) Happy birthday, brother.
How to Sign the Card
"Love," "Love you, bro," "Your favorite sibling" and "Cheers" all work. From a family, sign every name.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I write in my brother's birthday card?
Wish him a happy birthday, add a line about what he means to you, and include a memory or inside joke. A few sentences is enough.
How do I make a brother's card funny without being mean?
Tease about shared childhood moments, then end with one warm line so he knows you mean it.
What do I write to a brother I am not close to?
Keep it simple and kind. "Happy birthday. I hope this year is a great one for you" is enough.
Need more ideas? See our guide to what to write in a birthday card, happy birthday sister messages or use the Message Finder. Our American Wilderness National Park Cards and Happy Birthday Assorted Cards are blank inside, so any of these messages will fit. See all birthday cards.
Birthday wishes by who you are writing to: Mom, Dad, your husband, your wife, your sister, your son, your daughter, a cousin, an aunt or uncle, a niece or nephew, in-laws, Grandma, Grandpa, grandchildren and a friend.
