A birthday card from a parent is often one a son keeps. Whether he is turning three or thirty-three, a few words about how proud you are will mean more than you might think.
Here are birthday wishes for your son, grouped by age and style, with messages from both Mom and Dad.
Article contents
- How to Write a Birthday Card for Your Son
- Birthday Wishes for Son From Mom
- Birthday Wishes for Son From Dad
- Birthday Wishes for a Little Boy
- Birthday Wishes for a Teenage Son
- Birthday Wishes for an Adult Son
- Funny Birthday Wishes for Son
- Religious Birthday Wishes for Son
- Frequently Asked Questions
How to Write a Birthday Card for Your Son
A good card from a parent has three parts.
- Wish him a happy birthday by name.
- Tell him something specific you are proud of from this year.
- Close with love and a wish for the year ahead.
Example: "Happy 16th birthday, Jake! I am so proud of how hard you worked this season, and even prouder of how you treat your little sister. Enjoy your day. Love you always, Mom"
Birthday Wishes for Son From Mom
- Happy birthday to my sweet boy. You will always be my baby.
- Being your mom is the best job I have ever had. Happy birthday.
- I am so proud of the young man you are becoming. Happy birthday, son.
- You fill my life with so much joy. Happy birthday, my love.
- Happy birthday to the boy who made me a mom. I love you more every year.
- Watching you grow up is my favorite thing in the world. Happy birthday.
- No matter how tall you get, you will always fit in my heart.
- Happy birthday, son. I hope this year is as wonderful as you are.
Birthday Wishes for Son From Dad
- Happy birthday, son. I am proud of you every single day.
- You make me proud to be your dad. Have a great birthday.
- Happy birthday to my buddy, my teammate and my son.
- Keep working hard and keep being kind. Happy birthday, son.
- Happy birthday! You are a better man than I was at your age.
- It has been a privilege to watch you grow up. Happy birthday.
- Happy birthday to the best son a dad could ask for.
- Proud of you, today and always. Happy birthday.
Birthday Wishes for a Little Boy
- Happy birthday, big guy! Have the best day ever.
- Happy birthday to our little superhero.
- You are growing up so fast. Happy birthday, sweetheart.
- Hope your birthday is full of cake, presents and fun!
- Happy birthday to the boy who makes us laugh every day.
- Happy 1st birthday! You have made our family complete.
Birthday Wishes for a Teenage Son
- Happy birthday! I know you are too cool for a mushy card, so I will keep it short. I love you.
- Happy 13th birthday! Welcome to the teenage years. We are ready. Mostly.
- Happy 16th! Please drive carefully. Your mother and I are too young for gray hair.
- Happy 18th birthday, son. The world is lucky to have you.
- Happy birthday. Keep being yourself. It is working.
- Proud of the person you are becoming. Happy birthday.
Birthday Wishes for an Adult Son
- Happy birthday to my son, who turned into one of my favorite people.
- Seeing the man you have become makes me so proud. Happy birthday.
- Happy birthday! I still remember the day you were born like it was yesterday.
- You will always be my boy, even with a mortgage. Happy birthday.
- Happy 30th, son. Thank you for making us so proud.
- Wishing you a year full of health, happiness and success. Love, Mom and Dad.
- We miss having you home, but we love watching the life you have built. Happy birthday.
Funny Birthday Wishes for Son
- Happy birthday to the son who inherited all of my best qualities.
- Happy birthday! You are officially too old to blame your mess on your sister.
- Congratulations on another year of eating all our groceries.
- Happy birthday, son. You were worth every sleepless night. Most of them.
- Happy birthday! I would give you some advice, but you would not listen anyway.
Religious Birthday Wishes for Son
- Happy birthday, son. You are a blessing from God.
- May the Lord guide your steps and bless your year.
- We thank God for you every day. Happy birthday.
- "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord. (Jeremiah 29:11) Happy birthday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I write in my son's birthday card?
Wish him a happy birthday, tell him one thing you are proud of, and close with love. Specific words mean more than general praise.
What do you write for a son's milestone birthday?
For a 13th, 16th, 18th, 21st or 30th, mention the milestone, a memory from when he was young, and a wish for the next chapter.
How do I sign a birthday card to my son?
"Love, Mom," "Love you always, Dad," or "Love, Mom and Dad" are classic. "Proud of you always" is a nice closing for a grown son.
Need more ideas? See our guide to what to write in a birthday card or use the Message Finder.
Our Happy Birthday Assorted Cards and Space Odyssey Kids Cards are blank inside for your own message. For a grown son, try American Wilderness National Park Cards.
Birthday wishes by who you are writing to: Mom, Dad, your husband, your wife, your sister, your brother, your daughter, a cousin, an aunt or uncle, a niece or nephew, in-laws, Grandma, Grandpa, grandchildren and a friend.
