100 Birthday Wishes for Your Neighbor

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Funny, heartfelt, & inspiring birthday messages to brighten your neighbor’s day

Co-authored by Tami Claytor and Annabelle Reyes

Last Updated: September 8, 2025 Fact Checked

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If your neighbor’s birthday is coming up, a “happy birthday” message is a sweet gesture. But what if you’re not sure what to say? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! In this article, we’ll list tons of birthday messages for your neighbor, including simple options for neighbors you’re just acquaintances with, and heartfelt wishes for neighbors you’re closer to. Whether you just want a few example messages to inspire you or a message to copy and paste, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for here!

Best Ways to Say “Happy Birthday, Neighbor!”

Happy birthday to a neighbor who never fails to brighten my day!
May your birthday be as wonderful as you are, neighbor.
Happy birthday to a wonderful neighbor. Hope you have a great day!
Wishing you a very happy birthday, neighbor! Enjoy your special day.
Happy birthday to you, neighbor. You make our community a better place!
Here’s to you on your special day! Thanks for being such a great neighbor.
Another trip around the sun! Have an awesome birthday, neighbor.

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Simple Birthday Wishes for a Neighbor

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Let your neighbor know you’re thinking of them with these simple wishes. If you and your neighbor are friendly but not super close, one of these short (but sweet!) messages could be the perfect option. They’re a great way to wish your neighbor well on their special day while also keeping things chill and casual!
- Happy birthday to a wonderful neighbor. Hope you have a great day!
- Wishing you a very happy birthday, neighbor! Enjoy your special day.
- Another trip around the sun! Hope you have an awesome birthday, neighbor.
- Happiest of birthdays to a fantastic neighbor. You deserve a fun-filled day!
- To an amazing neighbor, happy b-day! Hope you have a fabulous day.
- Cheers to a wonderful neighbor! Have an amazing birthday—you deserve it!
- Happy b-day, neighbor! Hope you have an awesome celebration.
- Here’s to you on your special day! Thanks for being such a wonderful neighbor.
- Happy birthday to a neighbor who never fails to brighten my day!
- May your birthday be as wonderful as you are, neighbor!
- Happy birthday to a truly great neighbor. You make our neighborhood a better place!
- Happiest of birthdays to the coolest neighbor out there! Have a fantastic day.
- A very happy birthday to you, neighbor. May your day be full of joy and celebration!
- Wishing you the happiest of birthdays! Grateful to have a neighbor as awesome as you.
- Happy b-day, neighbor! Wishing you a day filled with fun, laughter, and birthday cake.
- Congratulations on another trip around the sun, neighbor! Hope you have an amazing birthday.
- You bring joy to so many people, me included. Happy birthday, and thanks for being such a wonderful neighbor!
- Warm wishes to you on your birthday, neighbor! I hope your day is full of fun and birthday cake.
- Happy birthday to a fantastic neighbor. Thanks for making our neighborhood such a wonderful place!
- Cheers to you on your birthday! Your kindness and friendliness are so appreciated, and I’m so glad to be your neighbor.
- Happiest of birthdays to a neighbor who makes every day brighter. Hope you have the best day ever!

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Funny Birthday Wishes for a Neighbor

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Send one of these humorous wishes if your neighbor is a jokester. If you and your neighbor have a similar sense of humor, these funny birthday messages are sure to bring a smile to their face. Everyone loves a good laugh, especially on their b-day! Here are some examples:
- Happy birthday, neighbor! If you throw a rager tonight, I promise not to make a noise complaint.
- Wishing you a very happy birthday! May your day be as bright and exciting as the wild Christmas decorations you put up every year.
- A very happy b-day to you, neighbor. Don’t worry, you’re not getting older—you’re just becoming more of a classic!
- The Bible says to love thy neighbor, so I’m here to wish you a happy birthday 😆
- Wishing you a happy b-day! Thanks for being an awesome neighbor who’s always game to catsit on short notice.
- Hope you have an epic birthday celebration tonight, neighbor! I can’t wait to hear all about it tomorrow morning over the backyard fence. 🤪
- Happy birthday, old timer! One of these days, I’d love to hear some stories about the early 1900s.
- Cheers to you on your birthday, neighbor! If you happen to have an extra slice of birthday cake leftover, please feel free to leave it on my doorstep. 😉
- Happy birthday! Thanks for being a great neighbor, and for never stealing any of my Amazon packages.
- Happiest of birthdays to you, neighbor! I live for our post-work catch-up sessions in the elevator on the way up to our apartments.
- Happy birthday to you, neighbor! To quote the poet 50 Cent, ‘We gon’ party like it’s your birthday.’”
- Happy birthday, old friend! I’m lucky to live next to someone as old, wise, and distinguished as you.
- Wishing you a happy b-day, neighbor! Hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and birthday cake…and that there’s an extra slice leftover for me tomorrow.
- Happiest of birthdays to an amazing neighbor! Thanks for always being there when I need to borrow an egg or a cup of sugar because I ran out.
- Happy birthday, neighbor! With the two of us getting so old, this place is starting to feel like a nursing home 😆
- Happy birthday to a wonderful neighbor! I got myself earplugs for tonight, so feel free to party til dawn. 🎉

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Heartfelt Birthday Wishes for a Neighbor

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Go with a heartfelt message if you and your neighbor are closer. If you two have actually become genuine friends as well as neighbors, a more thoughtful, meaningful message is probably the way to go. It’s the perfect opportunity to wish them a happy birthday while also letting them know how much their friendship means to you! For example:
- Happy birthday to a fantastic neighbor and friend. May your day be as wonderful as you are!
- Neighbors by chance, friends by choice. Happy birthday to the person who makes home sweet home even sweeter!
- Happy birthday to someone who is not only a wonderful neighbor, but also an amazing friend. I’m so glad we met, neighbor!
- Happy birthday, neighbor! Thank you for being such a kind, positive, welcoming presence in our neighborhood. I appreciate you so much!
- Here’s to you on your special day, neighbor! Moving in next to you has been such a wonderful gift. I hope you have a fabulous birthday!
- Warmest wishes to you on your special day! I feel so lucky to be neighbors with such a kind, genuine, and positive person. Thank you for being you!
- Wishing you a very happy birthday! I’m so grateful we happened to be neighbors, because our friendship truly means to the world to me.
- Happiest of b-days to you! It’s genuinely a privilege to have such a kind and thoughtful neighbor. Thank you for everything you do!
- Wishing you a very happy birthday, neighbor! Your positive energy and kind heart truly make this community a better place. I’m so thankful for you!
- Happy birthday to the best neighbor ever. You make every day brighter, and I feel so lucky I happened to move in next door to you!
- Moving in next to you was such a lucky break. I gained a fantastic neighbor, and an even better friend! Happiest of birthdays to you, neighbor.
- Wishing you the happiest of birthdays! Our hangouts are truly the highlight of my week, and I’m so grateful to be your neighbor.
- Sending lots of love your way on your birthday, neighbor! I’m so grateful to live next to you, and even more grateful to be your friend.
- Over the past several years of being neighbors, you’ve gone above and beyond in every way. Happy birthday to a truly wonderful friend and person! I’m lucky to know you.
- I’m proud to be your neighbor, but I’m even prouder to be your friend. Happy birthday to one of the best people I know!

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Inspirational Birthday Wishes for a Neighbor

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Brighten their day with an inspirational birthday message. If your neighbor is a strong, positive person who genuinely inspires you, match their energy with one of these inspiring birthday messages. They’ll be sure to appreciate the uplifting vibes!
- Happy birthday to a truly amazing neighbor and person! You do so much for our community, and I’m so inspired by you every day.
- A very happy birthday to you, neighbor! You’re a bright light in our neighborhood, and we’re all so inspired by your kindness, thoughtfulness, and generosity.
- Wishing a happy birthday to a truly inspiring neighbor. You bring such a positive, supportive attitude to our community, and I’m so thankful for you!
- Happiest of birthdays to you, neighbor. I feel so lucky to live next door to someone as kind, genuine, and inspiring as you!
- Happy birthday to a neighbor who truly inspires me! You do so much for our community, and I’m so in awe of all your hard work.
- Wishing you a very happy birthday, neighbor! You bring such a positive energy to our neighborhood, and I’m so thankful for all you do.
- Over the past few years, I’ve been in complete awe of your strength, perseverance and kindness. Happy birthday, neighbor! You make our community a better place.
- Happy birthday to the kind of neighbor who drops off care packages when I’m having a hard day. I’m so inspired by your thoughtfulness and so thankful for you!
- Wishing the happiest of birthdays to a wonderful neighbor! You’re so kind and supportive to everyone in our neighborhood, and I’m truly inspired by you.
- Cheers to you on your birthday, neighbor. You do so much for our community, and you deserve to be celebrated, today and every day!
- Happy birthday, neighbor! Your warmth, kindness, and supportive energy brighten every day in our neighborhood. I’m so in awe of you!
- Over the years of being your neighbor, I’ve seen you persevere through so many things and keep a smile on your face through it all. Happy birthday, neighbor! You inspire me.
- Your life is a testament to hard work, perseverance, and kindness. I’m lucky to be your neighbor, and even luckier to be your friend! Happy birthday, neighbor.

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Milestone Birthday Wishes for a Neighbor

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Mark a milestone birthday with a celebratory, sincere message. Milestone birthdays are a pretty big deal! Whether your neighbor is turning 21, 30, 40, 50, 60, or older, a special birthday message is definitely warranted for this momentous occasion. Here are some examples:
- Happy 21st birthday to my favorite neighbor! I hope you have an amazing night celebrating this big milestone.
- Wishing you a 21-derful birthday, neighbor! May this night and the year ahead bring you everything your heart desires.
- Cheers to 21 years! Wishing you a birthday filled with dancing, excitement, and champagne 🥂
- Happy birthday to the best neighbor and friend out there. 30 looks pretty darn good on you!
- Happy birthday to a neighbor who’s 30, flirty, and thriving! May this new decade bring you all the joy in the world.
- 30 years ago today, an icon was born. Happy birthday, neighbor! I’m so excited to celebrate with you.
- Welcome to the 30s, neighbor! May this decade bring you everything your heart desires and more.
- 40 and better than ever! Wishing you the happiest of birthdays and a beautiful year ahead, neighbor.
- 40 years young! Congrats on this major milestone, neighbor. Hoping you have the best birthday ever!
- Wow, the big 4-0! May your 40th birthday be as wonderful as you are, neighbor. Sending all my love your way!
- Happy 50th birthday, neighbor! What a major milestone. Wishing you all the love, laughter, and happiness in the world on this special day!
- Cheers to you on your birthday, neighbor! Don’t think of it as 50. Think of it as 21 with 29 years of experience!
- Wishing you a very happy 50th, neighbor! I hope you have a wonderful birthday, filled with family, laughter, and love.
- Happy 60th birthday to a wonderful neighbor and a dear friend. Living next to you has been such a blessing!
- Wishing you a very happy 60th, neighbor! May this new decade bring you all the love, laughter, and fulfillment your heart desires.
- Happy birthday to the coolest 70-year-old I know! I hope your birthday is filled with fun and lots of birthday cake.
- Sending lots of love your way on your 70th birthday! Thanks for being such a wonderful neighbor all these years. I’m so grateful for you!
- Looking for more milestone birthday messages? Check out these great lists!

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Birthday Quotes for a Neighbor

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Opt for a famous quote if you’re not quite sure what to say. If you’re having trouble coming up with the right words on your own, consider wishing them a happy birthday with a nice quote by a famous actor, author, musician, or celebrity. Here are some of our favorite options:
- “You don’t get older, you get better.”—Shirley Bassey
- “Every birthday is a gift. Every day is a gift.”—Aretha Franklin
- “It takes a long time to grow young.” — Pablo Picasso
- "We turn not older with years, but newer every day." – Emily Dickinson
- “All the world is birthday cake, so take a piece, but not too much.” — George Harrison
- “Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.” — Mark Twain
- “Youth is the gift of nature, but age is the work of art.” — Stanislaw Jerzy Lec
- “The secret of staying young is to live honestly, eat slowly, and lie about your age.” — Lucille Ball
- “My Mother always used to say, ‘The older you get, the better you get. Unless you’re a banana.’”—Betty White
- “Count your age by friends, not years. Count your life by smiles, not tears.” —John Lennon
- “Eventually you reach a point when you stop lying about your age and start bragging about it.” — Will Rogers
- “Aging is an extraordinary process whereby you become the person you always should have been.” ― David Bowie
- “With mirth and laughter let old wrinkles come.” — William Shakespeare
- “The way I see it, you should live every day like it's your birthday.” — Paris Hilton
- “A diplomat is a man who always remembers a woman’s birthday but never remembers her age.” — Robert Frost
- “Old age is like everything else. To make a success of it, you’ve got to start young.” — Fred Astaire
- “The great thing about getting older is that you don’t lose all the other ages you’ve been.” — Madeleine L’Engle^{[1]
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