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16th Birthday Wishes
Write 16th birthday wishes with just enough inspiration and humor to make the birthday girl or boy feel important (not patronized). Need ideas? Get inspired by the examples of 16th birthday messages here to express what you want to say to your 16-year-old.
By Kevin Nishmas
Updated: January 21, 2024
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You have a choice of 16th birthday messages below. Jump to the section of 16th birthday greetings that best inspires you to write exactly what you feel for the 16-year-ol birthday girl or boy.
16th Birthday Wishes
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My wish for you is simple to say but not so easy to do: I hope you live a full life...full of joy and wonder, full of loving family and, finally, full of trustworthy friends. Happy 16th! |
This is your special day, your birthday. If it’s as special as you, it will be extraordinary. Happy 16th birthday! |
Hoping your dreams take flight today, so you can soar through life’s storms and sunlight with joy in your heart and the wind beneath your wings. Happy 16th birthday! |
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You cannot only call yourself a teen. You’re more than that. At 16, you are almost a grown-up! I love you so much. And I’m so proud of you. Happy 16th birthday! |
At 16, so many exciting things come your way. It’s okay — even cool — to be excited about life! Enjoy every second of this year! Happy 16th birthday! |
For my sweet little 16-year-old girl, I only want the sweetest for you, starting with your “sweet sixteen…and for your entire life. Happy birthday! |
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Say goodbye to spin the bottle, secret notes and public transportation and say hello to dating, all-night texts and your very own your car! Wow, 16 sounds great. Happy 16th birthday! |
If I was to rate how proud I am of you on a scale from 1 to 10, I would give you 10 (multiplied by a million). I feel privileged to have you in my life. Happy 16th birthday! |
You should only have the best on your special day (every day, for that matter). Happy 16th birthday! |
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At 16, it’s time to get out of your comfort zone and embark on the journey of a lifetime…your life. Yes, it’s time to start showing the world what you got. And what you got is an awful lot. Make us proud! Happy 16th! |
At 16, you learn so much about life and love. You start looking beyond yourself and notice the world around you. You begin to see all the wonderful things ahead of you. Take one day at a time, starting with your birthday. Happy 16th! |
You're no longer just a teen. You're so much more mature at 16. May you know great things — because you are great. Happy 16th birthday! |
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Happy 16th birthday. I can't believe that 16 years have passed so quickly, yet when I look at you, I see that you've grown into a handsome, young man with an ancient soul. |
This is a sweet, sweet moment. Since you are the sweetest person I know, you should have the sweetest birthday a girl turning 16 could ever ask for (and more). |
Happy sweet 16th. May every day of this year and the years to come be just as sweet as your special day. |
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May every one of your 16th birthday wishes not only have wings — may they also take you to a happy place. Happy birthday! |
Wishing you a birthday that’s sweeter than the birthday cake I hope you get to have and eat. |
At 16, you've achieved more than I could have ever imagined. To merely say "I'm proud of you" is not enough. I’m amazed by you. Happy birthday, superstar! |
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You inspire me every day to be a better person. On your special day, I would like to do the same for you…just by letting you know you’re my hero. Happy 16th birthday! |
There’s nothing sweeter than your sweet 16, so enjoy every sweet moment. Sweets for the sweet, I always say, especially for a sweetie like you. |
Only a moment ago, it seems, you were a child who could barely stand. Now, at 16, you stand so tall on your own. I’m so proud of you. Happy 16th birthday! |
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When you turn 16, something magical happens: you’re still young enough to dream and now old enough to start making them come true. Enjoy this sweet time! Happy 16th birthday! |
16 is when you’re just starting to feel comfortable in your own skin and your skin still looks great. This is a glorious time, believe me. Enjoy every wrinkle-free moment of it. |
At 16, it’s just the start of many grown-up “firsts” coming your way. There’s still a long road ahead of you, paved with many more exciting “firsts” to celebrate. Enjoy the journey! Happy birthday! |
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Turning 16 brings many changes. The biggest? You suddenly realize you’re smarter and more mature than your parents. There’s only one thing you can do: remind them 24/7. Happy 16th birthday! |
At 16, if it suddenly occurs to you that the world owes you something, anything, banish that thought from your mind and remember one very important fact: I made you and I’m in charge of your allowance. Happy 16th birthday! |
While you’re not quite an adult yet, you act like one. Between you and me, it’s okay if you take a break every once and awhile and act like a kid. You’re only 16 once, you know. Enjoy this special time. |
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May you go further than you have ever imagined, push the envelope and break new ground as only someone as incredible and one-of-a-kind as you can do! Happy 16th birthday! |
You've never been afraid of change. You don’t know fear. You are the bravest 16 year old I know. You make me so proud. Happy birthday! |
Turning 16 has its duties. You have a duty to be the sweetest you can be. Mostly, you have a duty to have a sweet time at your sweet sixteen. Happy sweet 16, sweetie! |
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“Sweet” just begins to describe you. You’re an incredible daughter in more ways than one! We’re so blessed to be your parents. We love you! Happy sweet sixteen! |
May 16 be a sweet year. May every sweet moment bring you closer to fulfilling your dreams. And may these dreams make your life sweeter. Happy 16th birthday! |
Wishing you a life full of wonder, excitement, friendships and good luck. That's what we wish for you on this special day! Happy 16th birthday! |
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I don't think there are many sweet 16-year-old girls like you. I'm even willing to wager that there aren't many as special or beautiful as you, darling. May your life be as sweet as your 16th birthday! |
On your special day, may you only be surrounded by an abundance of laughter, joy, cake, gifts, good wishes and loved ones! Happy 16th birthday! |
Even though you're on the cusp of growing up, experiencing what grown-ups experience, take the time to enjoy your 16th birthday and every day of this year. You’re only 16 once in your lifetime. |
16th Birthday Wishes
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Happy 16th Birthday! May this year be filled with sweet surprises, endless laughter and unforgettable memories. |
Cheers to 16 years! Wishing you 24 hours as amazing and brilliant as you are. Happy 16th birthday! |
Sixteen is not just an age—it's the beginning of a whole new era of excitement, joy and adventure. Embrace every moment! Happy 16th birthday! |
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Welcome to 16! May this year bring you closer to your dreams and be filled with joy, friendship and adventures. |
Happy Sweet Sixteen! May your big day be as incredibly wonderful and rare as you are. |
On your 16th birthday, may each candle on your cake be the start of something new in your life. |
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Sixteen candles make a lovely, beautiful light. Wishing you a year that's just as beautiful and lovely. |
Happy 16th birthday! Today marks the start of a year full of happiness and new opportunities. |
To a special 16-year-old: May your life be filled with everything that gives you joy, purpose and much more, starting today. |
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Sweet 16! May this year be the beginning of the most wonderful years in your life. |
Happy Birthday to an amazing 16-year-old! Here’s to the next 12 months of turning every wish into something new. |
Celebrating 16 years of you being you! May your birthday be as fabulous as your presence is in our lives. |
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At 16, the world is at your feet, and the sky's the limit. Happy birthday and best wishes for a fantastic year. |
Happy 16th birthday! May this year bring new joys, new achievements, and a lot of new inspirations in your life. |
You're not just sweet at 16 – you're a wonderful, inspiring person who brings joy to those around you. Happy 16th birthday! |
16th Birthday Wishes
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Happy 16th birthday! May this year bring you endless opportunities for adventure, growth and fun. |
Welcome to 16! It’s not just an age—it’s the start of all your best adventures yet. Enjoy every moment! |
Cheers to 16! Wishing you a day full of laughter and memories that will last a lifetime. |
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Happy 16th birthday! Here’s to a year filled with new discoveries, great and amazing experiences. |
At 16, the future is bright and full of endless possibilities. Wishing you a big day as awesome as you are. |
16 already! May every candle on your birthday cake be the beginning of a new adventure. Happy 16th birthday! |
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Happy 16th birthday! May your year be packed with successful moments, happiness and lots of fun. |
Sixteen is a milestone! Wishing you a day of joy and a year of achieving your wildest dreams. |
To a super cool 16-year-old: May your birthday be filled with all the things you enjoy the most. |
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Happy 16th! May this year open doors to new passions, new and new aspects of yourself. |
Celebrating you at 16! Here's to a birthday filled with fun, friends and the freedom to be yourself. |
Sixteen years down, a lifetime of amazing moments to go. Wishing you a big as incredible and special as you are. Happy 16th birthday! |
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Happy 16th birthday! May this year be just the beginning of a journey that leads to an even more amazing future. |
Wishing you a 16th birthday filled with laughter, joy and all the things that make you happy and healthy. |
On your 16th Birthday, remember: the world is waiting for your unique talents and dreams. Go out and make it yours! |
Hints & Tips
How do I write unique 16th birthday wishes?
There's no reason 16th birthday wishes should be as hard to figure out as your typical teenager. You just need to write 16th birthday messages with enough inspiration and humor to make the birthday girl or boy feel special.
Teens have a difficult enough time trying to feel good about themselves, so why make things harder for them (or yourself) with a lackluster birthday wish?
Of course, turning 16 is not really a milestone. For girls in some cultures, however, it is. Turning 16 years old means celebrating what’s called a “sweet sixteen,” a 16th birthday party in their honor. For boys, there’s nothing (just the joy of getting one year closer to the 20s).
Whether or not the idea of a sweet sixteen enters the equation, it's not really all that relevant. So, what course should you take with your average 16 year old?
At this age, when it comes to writing a birthday message, empathy is more important. As a rule, 16-year-olds are less sensitive than your average 13 or 14 year old but they have not yet completely rid themselves of the typical adolescent demons: body image issues, sleep deprivation and, in turn, emotional outbursts.
At the same time, 16-year-old teens are taking on new, more mature responsibilities, like driving and part-time work.
In other words, you still need to watch what you say and do around them but they are a little more thick-skinned than a kid just entering the teens.
Because birthday messages can be taken personally, you need to keep these 16-year-old teen issues in mind when you craft one.
This is not that difficult—when it comes right down to it, you only have two options: the funny or serious route. Your choice ultimately depends on the personality of the birthday message's recipient:
- If the birthday boy or girl has a sense of humor, go the funny route but steer away from "body image" jokes. Everything else is fair game.
- If birthday boy or girl does not have a funny bone, you can pick a serious birthday greeting. Here, the field is wide open: you can be clever, inspirational, cool, sentimental, whatever you want. But don't be preachy—16 year olds are too jaded for holier-than-thou messages.
A sure way to go with serious birthday wishes? Compliment the birthday boy or girl. Flattery, when sincere, can work wonders, even with teens.
How do I make 16th birthday wishes a little edgier?
If you want to send 16th birthday wishes with a little more of an edge, below are a bunch of examples to get you started.
Changing the 16th birthday wishes is a simple matter of changing the adult tone to more of a teen style. Say what? It's easy.
Essentially, you take away any "pat-on-the-back, lovey-dovey" sentiment (as in I'm so proud of you and I love you) and add some BFF-to-BFF honesty and humor (if you want).
Check out the examples below and you'll see what I mean...
- Sweet version: You've never been afraid of change. You don’t know fear. You are the bravest 16 year old I know. You make me so proud. Happy birthday!
- Edgier version: Wow, you're fearless. Your courage makes me want to take a leap and do something really sick. You're sick. Happy birthday!
Here is another example:
- Sweet version: On your special day, may you only be surrounded by an abundance of laughter, joy, cake, gifts, good wishes and loved ones! Happy 16th birthday!
- Edgier version: I can't wait for your birthday. It's going to be a blast! Let's make it epic! Anything for a great friend. You're the best! Happy 16th!
I think you get the gist of what I'm saying. Here are more edgier examples of 16th birthday wishes you can send:
- Wishing you a birthday full of amazing gifts, amazing boys, amazing birthday wishes and amazing fun. Happy 16th birthday!
- I don’t think there are many people I can call my BFF. I can call you my BBFF. May your 16th birthday be as great as you are!
- At 16, so many incredible things are in store for us. Real stores (with lots of stuff we love to buy) and the other things in store for us (like boyfriends). It's if we're excited about it, right? well, let's enjoy every second of this year! Happy 16th birthday!
- This is your special day. If it’s anywhere as incredible as you, it will be freakin' extraordinary. Happy 16th birthday!
- Wishing you a 16th birthday that’s more amazing than the birthday cake I hope we get to have and eat at your party.
- You're what a BFF is supposed to be — someone you can trust, someone who inspires you to be a better person, someone who's super fun, someone like you. Happy 16th birthday!
- Happy 16th birthday. Everyone tells us that 16 is when we’re just starting to feel comfortable in our own skin, even if our skin does not look so good. But I think it's getting easier and a lot more fun to be us.
- Today’s your birthday. If you don’t celebrate with wall-to-wall music, loads of laughter and tons of cake, you can forget about me. No, just kidding. I wouldn't miss your special day for anything. Happy 16th!
What do 16-year-olds want to hear from you?
Did you know that teenagers 15 to 17 are just starting to develop unique personalities (and opinions), a bigger interest in friendships (and intimate relationships), a greater capacity to care and share, even a sense of independence and responsibility.
This clearly tells you the type of subjects they want (need) to hear: character, friendships, love, caring, sharing, independence and responsibility (all with a positive, uplifting spin). See what's important to teenagers 15 to 17 in more detail right now.
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Kevin, the "Message Guy" who writes the birthday wishes, quotes, poems, toasts and speeches on BirthdayMessages.net, has been a content writer since 1993. In 2012, Kevin created this site to share the incredible power of words with birthday well-wishers everywhere.
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