90 First Birthday Messages for a Boy (2024)

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Last Updated: March 10, 2024Fact Checked

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1. Celebrate a milestone birthday with a cute and creative message. A first birthday is a huge milestone, so reflect on the past year and celebrate all the amazing moments. Whether you’re writing a card, sending a text, or making a baby memory scrapbook, here are some sweet sentiments to express love to the birthday boy:

   • Happy first birthday, beautiful boy!
   • Happy birthday, kiddo! You might not know it yet, but you are so loved!!
   • Happy birthday to my favorite one year old. I can’t wait to watch you grow up!
   • Happy birthday, cutie! Wishing you lots of snuggles, hugs, and tummy raspberries!!
   • You might be small, but you have a huge place in our hearts. Happy birthday, angel.
   • It’s your first birthday today! Hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and lots of cake!!
   • Happy birthday to the sweetest boy I know. Enjoy your first birthday and make it memorable!
   • Happy birthday to the little boy who has brought so much joy into our lives. Here’s to many more years together!
   • One year’s old and you’ve already committed the perfect crime—of stealing everyone’s hearts! Happy birthday, little thief.
   • Hip, hip, hooray—it’s your special day! Happy birthday, cutie pie. May your first birthday be everything you dreamed of and more.

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1. Throw out a pun or witty joke to get the laughs going. Trying to add a touch of humor to your birthday message? Drop a silly line about parenting or turning one. Even if the birthday boy doesn’t understand it, it’s a great way to lighten the mood and make everyone laugh.

   • One year down, a lifetime to go!
   • Happy 15th birthday in dog years!
   • You only turn one once in your lifetime, so make it count!
   • You’re one-derful in every way. Happy birthday, sweet boy!
   • I can’t cake my eyes off of you…How are you already one?!
   • Today calls for one big celebration. Happy first birthday, sweetheart!
   • One-dering why everyone is gushing over you? It’s your first birthday!
   • Today, we mark one year without sleep! Happy birthday to our favorite cry baby!!
   • Happy cake day, buddy. You’re the sweetest kid around, and you always bake our day!
   • First birthdays are so special because you can have your cake with your hands, feet, or face. Happy birthday, bud.

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1. Let your son know how much you love him with a touching message. The first year of parenting is considered the hardest, but it’s the most special and rewarding time period too. Share your favorite memories from the past year and how life changing it has been to have your son. The following messages are great options to make your little one feel loved and cared for:

   • You’ve taught me what it means to love someone unconditionally. Happy birthday to my baby boy.
   • To the little one who has made our lives brighter, we love you more than you’ll ever know. Happy first birthday!
   • Son, you stole our hearts with just one smile. Happy first birthday—we can’t wait to see all the amazing things you accomplish!
   • One year ago, you came into our lives and made everything better. I hope you keep shining and spreading happiness wherever you go!
   • You might keep me up with your needs, but seeing you smile gets me through all the sleepless nights. Happy birthday to my world!
   • Ever since you were born, I have a new reason to get out of bed every morning. Happy birthday to the human who makes my life worth living.
   • When I first looked into your eyes, I made a promise that I would love you more than I could ever love myself. Happy birthday to the greatest gift in my life.
   • Being a parent isn’t easy, but there’s nothing more fulfilling than watching you smile or laugh. I love you more than words can describe. Happy first birthday, son!
   • Happy birthday to our little angel. Your first year has been filled with so many milestone moments that we’ll cherish forever. Love you to the moon and back!
   • Happy birthday to our little ray of sunshine. You bring so much joy and beauty into our lives, and we feel so lucky to be your parents. Here’s to even more incredible memories together!

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1. Express how blessed you are to have such a special grandson. To make your birthday message even more meaningful, get specific about the impact your grandson has on your lives. Whether he brings your entire family together or simply makes everyone smile, don’t be afraid to get sappy and share your gratitude for all that he’s done.

   • Wishing my kind, sweet, and special grandson a very happy birthday!
   • Grandson, you light up our lives, and we’re so lucky to know you. Have a wonderful birthday!
   • Life has been a lot sweeter since you were born. Birthday blessings to my precious grandchild.
   • To our beautiful grandson, you’re the biggest blessing in our family, and we love you dearly. Hope you feel all the love on your special day!
   • Becoming a grandparent has been one of the greatest gifts in my life. Thank you for being so easy to love. Here’s to many more memories together!
   • To the sweetest boy around, your grandparents love you dearly. We can’t believe a year has gone by, and we hope you have the most spectacular day.
   • Happy first birthday, grandson. I want you to know that I’ll always be here for you, even when you don’t need me to be. I love you more than all the stars in the sky!
   • It’s incredible how much joy 7 pounds and 5 ounces can bring to your life! We’re so grateful that you were born and cannot wait to see what the next year will bring. Happy birthday, sweetheart.
   • Happy birthday to the best grandson on the planet. We’ve loved getting to spend time with you over the past year, and we can’t wait to see all the amazing things you accomplish in the future.
   • You started off as a little bundle in blue, and now look at you! The past year has flown by, and you’re going to be a big boy in no time. We can’t wait to see what you do between now and next year.

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1. Celebrate a milestone birthday with a sweet, silly, or sentimental message. Even if you’re not there to celebrate in person, sending your sibling a birthday card is one of the best ways to show love to their baby.^[1] Feel free to crack a joke, get sappy, or keep it simple. But, make sure to remind your nephew that you feel lucky to be his aunt or uncle!

   • From the moment you were born, I knew I had a buddy for life. Happy first birthday to my beautiful nephew!
   • You’re so sweet, cute, and lovable…kind of like your aunt/uncle. Wishing you the most incredible first birthday!
   • Happy birthday to our family’s main man. I hope this upcoming year is filled with more magic and even more love.
   • Happy birthday to my brother/sister’s mini-me! You’re the cutest kid I’ve ever seen, and I love having you in our family.
   • To the sweet boy who made me an aunt/uncle, your smile can brighten my gloomiest days and I hope your day is just as radiant as you!
   • Happy first birthday to the sweetest boy on the planet. Here’s to growing up and being as smart, charming, and good looking as your aunt/uncle.
   • Sending birthday wishes to the cutest little nugget around. I can’t wait to celebrate with you in person, but in the meantime, enjoy your special day!
   • Cheers to the best nephew in the world! You light up our lives and bring us so much joy, so keep doing what you’re doing. I hope your birthday is as incredible as you!
   • Happy first birthday, sweet boy! It’s been an absolute pleasure watching you grow over the past year. You’re the most incredible kid, and I know your parents will raise you to be the kindest soul.
   • Happy birthday to my sweet nephew. It’s been incredible to watch you grow over the past year, and I can’t wait for you to bloom into a handsome young man. Wishing you lots of love and laughter today (and every day)!

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1. Highlight your special bond with your friend’s baby. Just because you’re not related by blood doesn't mean you don’t hold a special place in their child’s life. If your bestie is celebrating their son’s first birthday, express that you care about him deeply and that he’ll always be family for life!

   • I might be your unofficial aunt/uncle, but I’ll always have your back. Happy birthday, sweet boy!
   • They say the best things in life come in small packages, so happy birthday to my favorite little man!
   • Even though we’re not related by blood, I want you to know that you’re my family. Happy first birthday, buddy!
   • Happy birthday, little nugget. Thanks for bringing so much joy into our lives and being unbelievably adorable.
   • Although you’ve only been on Earth for a year, you’ve made a huge impact on so many. Happy birthday, beautiful boy!
   • Happy cake day, bud. I’m so grateful to be part of your life, and I can’t wait to see you transform into a young man. Stay golden!
   • Happy birthday, kiddo. You’ve transformed my friend into an even better person, so we all owe you one. Let’s grab a drink when you’re older!
   • Happy birthday to a future heartbreaker. You’re the cutest and most charming one year old I’ve ever met, and I hope you have the most fun-filled day!
   • Sending a birthday shoutout to the sweetest boy I know! You’ve managed to steal everyone’s heart in one year and I know you’ll continue to do so. Have the best day!
   • Happy first birthday to the boy who changed my bestie's life for the better. In such a short time, you’ve made a huge impact on all of our lives. I hope you grow up and accomplish everything you wish for.

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1. Keep it short and simple when sharing your birthday wishes. Did a colleague invite you to their son’s first birthday party? Well, these simple wishes are sure to make them smile! If you want to compliment your colleague too, mention what you admire about them and how you wish their child would pick up the same traits:

   • Cheers to your first year around the sun! Wishing you lots of love and laughter.
   • Happy first birthday to the most adorable little boy. I hope all your wishes come true!
   • Happy first birthday, champ. Wishing you a joyous day surrounded by your loved ones!
   • Happy first birthday! May this next year be filled with even more incredible experiences.
   • Let’s hear it for the birthday boy! I hope you have an incredible first birthday (and let your parents sleep tonight).
   • Happy first birthday, buddy. The whole team wishes you a wonderful day and an even more memorable year.
   • Sending birthday wishes to a very special boy. May you grow up to be as intelligent and hardworking as your parents!
   • Happy birthday, little one. It’s been a pleasure to work with your mom/dad, and I hope you have an exciting and fun-filled celebration.

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1. Come up with a unique birthday message that’s double the fun. Twins are known to bring twice the stress and chaos into our lives, but also twice the joy and excitement! Celebrate their big day with a customized message that acknowledges how special they are:

   • Happy first birthday to a special pair—twin boys like you are extremely rare!
   • There’s never a dull moment with you two. Happy first birthday to a dynamic duo!
   • Happy birthday, naughty and naughtier. I can’t wait to watch you grow up and decide who’s who.
   • Happy birthday to the sweetest twins in the world. May your bond grow stronger every year!
   • You guys make every day twice as beautiful for me. Happy first birthday to my beautiful boys!
   • They say having twins means double the trouble, but I believe it’s double the joy and grins. Happy birthday to the perfect pair!
   • I might not be able to tell you guys apart, but know that you guys have a special place in my heart. Happy birthday, you two!
   • Your bond was created before you were born, and it will last a lifetime. Cheers to your first birthday and your magical connection!
   • They say the best things in life come in pairs…and you two are the best things that have ever happened to me. Happy birthday, my babies!
   • A special bond like yours is hard to find, so remember to have each other’s backs at all times. Best birthday wishes to the cutest twins on the block!

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1. Share a famous birthday quote when you’re at a loss for words. If you can’t think of what to say, get help from someone else! Choose an author, celebrity, or public figure that you admire, and write down their words to share your well wishes. Whether you go for something funny, wise, or touching, a quote is a great way to shower the birthday boy with love!

   • "Every birthday is a gift. Every day is a gift.” —Aretha Franklin
   • “We turn not older with years, but newer every day.” —Emily Dickinson
   • “Our birthdays are feathers in the broad wings of time.” —Jean Paul Richter
   • “The best birthdays of all are those that haven’t arrived yet.” —Robert Orben
   • “Birthdays come but once a year, celebrate and be of good cheer.” —Robert Rivers
   • “From our birthday, until we die, is but the winking of an eye.” —William Butler Yeats
   • “As soon as I saw you I knew a grand adventure was about to happen.” —A.A. Milne
   • “We grow neither better nor worse as we get old, but more like ourselves.” —Bernard Baruch
   • “The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate.” —Oprah Winfrey
   • “Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you-er than you!” —Dr. Seuss
   • “There are two great days in a person’s life—the day we are born and the day we discover why.” —William Barclay
   • “In other words, live vicariously, beautifully, and excitedly, discover, love, dare, and act as there is nothing to lose.” —Andy Hertz

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