Birthday wishes for a godson or goddaughter

As a godparent, you promised to be there, and a birthday is one of the easiest ways to keep that promise. Here are short texts, messages for a younger godchild, and heartfelt wishes for a card. Copy one, add the name and send.

Short, for a text

  1. Happy birthday, [name]! Your godparent is thinking of you today.

  2. Happy birthday to my wonderful godchild! Have the best day.

  3. Happy birthday, [name]! Wishing you a year full of joy.

  4. Happy birthday! I’m so lucky to be your godparent.

  5. Happy birthday, [name]! Love you and proud of you.

For a younger godchild

  1. Happy birthday, [name]! I hope your party is full of balloons, friends and cake.

  2. Happy birthday to my favorite little person! Let’s celebrate together soon.

  3. [Name], happy birthday! Being your godparent is the best job in the world.

  4. Happy birthday! You get bigger and more amazing every year.

  5. Happy birthday, [name]! Big hugs from your godparent — save me a piece of cake.

Heartfelt, for a card

  1. Dear [name], happy birthday! The day I became your godparent is one I’ll always treasure. Watching you grow has been a gift, and I’ll always be here for you.

  2. Happy birthday, [name]! I pray this year brings you health, happiness and people who love you as much as I do.

  3. To my dear godchild: happy birthday! May your faith, kindness and curiosity keep growing, and may every dream you have find its way.

  4. Happy birthday, [name]! I’m so proud to stand beside you as your godparent. Whatever this year brings, you can always count on me.

  5. Wishing my wonderful godchild a blessed and happy birthday. You fill our family with light, and I’m grateful for you every day.

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Never miss their birthday again

Circles remembers your friends’ kids, partners and parents, reminds you before the day and opens a ready greeting like these — in English, Spanish or Russian.

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