Wish Your Cousin a Happy Birthday With One of These Unique Messages
When you think of your first best friends, cousins often come to mind. After your siblings, they’re the ones who you grew up with and created unforgettable memories. Unlike your brother or sister, you probably didn't live with your cousins, which meant spending time with them was even more special. Now as adults, that bond is likely stronger than ever. So, when their birthday comes around, you want to shower them with love and let them know how much they mean to you.
Not sure what to say? Don’t worry, we’ve rounded up some of the best birthday wishes for cousins that will resonate and speak to your unbreakable kinship.
From funny one-liners to sentimental messages, these birthday wishes will make your cousin’s special day shine even brighter. No matter if you write them inside a birthday card, send as a text, or attach them to birthday gifts for her or him, these well wishes are sure to make them smile.
Remember, words are powerful and can make a lasting impact that can stay with them for a lifetime. Let this list be your inspiration to craft your own message or pick one that suits your personal relationship.
And if you have more family birthdays coming up, you can also take a look at our best birthday wishes for sisters and great messages for brothers.
Short and sweet birthday wishes for cousins
Happy birthday to my bonus sibling!
Happy birthday, cousin. I love you!
Happy birthday to my first best friend.
Nobody deserves to be celebrated more than you. Happy birthday, cousin!
Let’s get this party started. Love you, cuz!
Happy birthday, built-in bestie!
It’s cake day, cousin! Let’s get to it!
You’re simply the best, cousin. Happy birthday!
I love you so much! Wishing you the best birthday yet!
Happy birthday to the sibling I never had!
Wishing the best cousin, the best birthday!
Happy birthday to the most wonderful cousin in the world!
I’m so lucky to call you my cousin. Happy birthday!
Wishing you the best birthday ever, cousin!
Cousins are the best gift anyone could have. Happy birthday!
You make my life so much better. Wishing you nothing but the best this birthday!
I can’t wait to celebrate your special day. Happy birthday, cousin!
Thinking of you today and always, cousin! Happy birthday.
Wishing you a wonderful personal new year, cousin!
My cousin is better than your cousin! Happy birthday to the greatest!
You’ll always be the frosting to my cake, cousin. HBD!
I can’t imagine my life without you, cousin. Happy birthday!
Happy birthday to the best confidante who happens to be my cousin.
Cheers to another trip around the sun. Happy birthday, cousin!
Happy birthday to my favorite family member!
Funny birthday wishes for cousins
If you’re waiting for your birthday gift, close your eyes and make a wish. Surprise, it’s me! Happy birthday!
They say the older you get the wiser you become. If that’s the case, you must be the smartest person on earth!
Cousin, I know you think you’re hot, but we may have to call the fire department with all those candles!
Happy birthday to the most fabulous person I know. Oh wait, it’s not my birthday!
You may be the queen today, but remember who wears the crown the other 364 days of the year! Happy birthday, cousin.
Your birthday is the perfect excuse to get cake wasted. Let’s dig in!
You may be the older cousin, but I’ll always be the smartest! Happy birthday!
I would’ve bought you a gift, but I’m the best gift you could ever have! Happy birthday, cousin.
As you blow out your candles, remember to kiss your youth behind. Happy birthday, cousin!
You don’t look a day over 21! That’s of course if I squint and tilt my head sideways. Happy birthday, cousin!
You’re so old, I believe your kindergarten teacher’s last name was Flintstone!
Don’t worry, I brought you a fabulous gift: ME!
Everyone gets to be young once. Today it’s official, your turn is over. Happy birthday!
Happy birthday! At least you’re not as old as you will be next year, cousin.
Statistics show that those who have the most birthdays live the longest. Happy Birthday.
Remember when we were kids? Well, I know that may be hard to recall since it was centuries ago.
Happy birthday! Stay sharp, cousin.
Older? Yes. Wiser? That's still up for debate! Happy birthday, cousin!
No matter how old I get, you’ll always be older, cousin! HBD!
Wishing my very kind and very old cousin a wonderful birthday!
Cousin, I would say you don’t age, but I know your secret. It starts with a B and ends with an X! Happy Birthday!
Your fountain of youth may have run out of water. Happy birthday, cousin!
You're lucky that gray hair looks good on you because you've got plenty. Happy birthday, cuz!
So what you're no longer a spring chicken! Be eggs-traordinary on your birthday!
Whatever you do, don't let getting older get you down. It's way too hard to get back up again!
Thoughtful birthday wishes for cousins
You have no idea what your presence in my life means to me. Wishing you an amazing year ahead, cousin. Happy birthday!
You bring out the best in everyone you’re around. You’re the greatest gift any of us could have. Wishing you the best birthday yet, cousin!
No one understands me like you do. Thank you for being not only my cousin but my best friend. Happy birthday!
Wishing the most loving, caring, and dependable cousin anyone could ever, the happiest birthday!
How did I get so lucky to have a cousin like you? You’re simply the best. Happy birthday!
You’re more than a cousin to me, you’re like a sibling. I love you so much today and always. Happy birthday!
You are one of the kindest souls I’ve ever known. I’m grateful to call you my cousin. Happy birthday!
Not only are you family, you’re also my closest friend. Wishing you a wonderful personal new year, cousin.
Happy birthday to my first built-in bestie. Over the years we’ve grown even closer and for that I’m forever grateful.
Today’s the day we get to shower you with love and adoration. So sit back and soak it up! HBD!
Thank you for always being the light in all our lives. Happy birthday, cousin. We love you more than you’ll ever know!
When it comes to family, you’ll always be at the top of my list. I love you, cousin. Wishing you an amazing birthday!
You’ve been there for me through thick and thin and I can’t imagine my life without you. Happy birthday to the best cousin on the planet!
I wish others could be as lucky as me to have the most hilarious, kindest, and trustworthy cousin. Happy birthday, fam!
Ever since we were kids you’ve been the life of the party. That will never change because you bring light to every room you enter. I love you, cousin. Happy birthday!
Your beauty almost outshines your big heart. Happy birthday, cousin. Keep shining!
I’ve learned so much from you over the years. I hope you know just how much you mean to me. Happy birthday, to the absolute best cousin!
Happy birthday to the person who I can always count on no matter what. Thank you for being my rock, cousin.
No matter how many miles away we may be, you’ll always be close to my heart. Happy birthday, cousin.
You are one of my life’s greatest joys. Whenever I’m with you all my problems melt away. Thanks for being you! Happy birthday, cuz!
You bring so much fun and good energy to our family dynamic. We’re all so fortunate to call you our cousin. Happy birthday!
Wishing the funniest, sweetest, and craziest cousin a happy birthday! Thanks for all the laughs!
One thing’s for sure, two things are for certain: I love you and that will never change. Happy birthday, cousin!
You’re the brightest star in the galaxy and you brighten everything in your orbit. Happy birthday to my brilliant cousin!
You’re the sibling that I never had. Thank you for being the one I can always call on for the good, the bad, and the ugly. I never take your unconditional love for granted. Happy birthday, cousin!
Birthday blessings for cousins
They say you can’t pick your family, but I’m so glad God chose us to be cousins! Happy birthday!
Growing up with you has been one of my life’s biggest blessings.
You are one of the best things God has ever blessed me with. Happy birthday, cousin.
Your kind and gentle spirit is otherworldly and I’m so blessed that I can call you my cousin. Happy birthday, to an angel on earth.
May God grant all your wishes and more! Happy birthday, cousin!
You’re the biggest blessing in all of our lives. Wishing you nothing but love as you celebrate your personal new year.
God really outdid Himself when he made you my cousin. You’re one of my favorite blessings and I’m forever grateful. Happy birthday!
May God continue to guide and light your path, cousin. Happy birthday!
As long as you keep God first, all of your steps will be guided. Happy birthday, cousin!I pray for you every day and that will never change. God bless you, cousin. Happy birthday!
As long as you praise God, your blessings will continue to flow. Wishing you an amazing year ahead. Happy birthday!
God gave me the greatest gift when he made you my cousin. I praise Him for this blessing every day. Happy birthday, cousin.
May God continue to bless and cover you for all your days on earth. Happy birthday to one of the best people on the planet!
I hope God blesses you abundantly this birthday and beyond. I love you, cousin!
Continue to lean on God during the good and the bad and you’ll never be forsaken. Wishing you a wonderful birthday!
Sending you an abundance of birthday blessings, cousin! Enjoy your special day to the fullest.
Growing up with you has been a privilege and honor. I thank God for making us family. Happy birthday, cuz!
God did His big one when He decided to make us cousins. I can’t think of a greater blessing. Happy birthday, fam!
Some people are blessed with siblings, but I’ve been blessed with something just as good, if not better: a cousin who loves me unconditionally. Happy birthday to the sibling I never had.
Wishing my fellow prayer warrior a beautiful birthday. May God continue to bless and cover you.
I know God loves me because he blessed me with you! Happy birthday, cousin!
You’re a shining example of God’s love and grace. Thank you for being a blessing in my life all these years. Happy birthday, cousin.
I hope God blesses you with all that your heart desires. You deserve that and more. Happy birthday, my sweet cousin.
Nobody knows my heart like you. I thank God for your love and understanding. May he continue to guide your steps. Happy birthday, cousin.
I know I’m God’s favorite because He’s blessed me with the best cousin in the whole wide world! Happy birthday!
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