Cousin Birthday Poems
Find a birthday poem for your cousin and share words that add joy to their special day.
Cousins are a special gift, part family and part friend, and birthdays are a perfect time to remind them they matter.
Updated February 10, 2026, by Catherine Pulsifer.
These poems are perfect for cards and gift tags, each one sharing a warm message. Cousins are often our first friends, and many feel like an extra brother or sister. Take a moment today to send a wish that brings a smile and reminds your cousin how much they are appreciated.
Wishing You Happiness
Today I get the chance to say,
Cousin, may you have a great birthday
With joy and laughter that knows no end
Happy Birthday from me, your cousin, also your friend.
May every moment be filled with delight
With candles on your cake shining bright.
On this special day, I send my love your way
I wish you happiness in every single way!
Many More Years
With you as a cousin, I always had a friend,
We grew up together, faced life’s ups and downs without end.
Celebrated many birthdays, and today we see another year go by,
Wishing you many more years, of happiness and joy that doesn't die.
If your cousin enjoys a good laugh on their birthday, you may enjoy sharing one of our Funny Birthday Poems to add a smile to their day.
My Cousin, My Friend
We have always been friends, not just cousins dear,
Through laughter and tears, we've stood side by side without fear.
On this special day, may all your wishes come true,
And blessings abound in everything you pursue.
Happy birthday to you, with love so true and strong,
May joy fill your heart and your days be filled with song.
Here's to a day that brings smiles old and new,
And may the year ahead be brighter for you.
May Your Birthday . . .
May your birthday
Be filled with laughter and cheer,
May your heart
Be filled with love all year.
May your wishes
Be granted making dreams come true
Because Cousin you're
The best and we love you!
A Bond That Never Ends
Dear cousin, you are family, a bond that never ends,
A divine blend of a sibling and close-knit friend.
I wouldn't trade you for the world, nor anything therein,
For our shared laughter and secrets make us closest kin.
On your special day of birth, may joy lead the festive dance,
May it brim with merry times and memories that enchant.
Celebrate with gusto, let your spirit brightly gleam.
Here's to your birthday, dear cousin, I wish you every dream.
Roses Are Red
Roses are red,
Violets are blue,
Cousins like you
Are friends that are true.
A Happy Birthday wish to you!
Truly Grand
To have you as part of my family is truly grand,
We've grown up together, hand in hand.
You're older than me, that much is true,
But your wisdom and guidance, I always value.
Our bond is strong, our love runs deep,
In our family circle, you are a steady light to keep.
So I cherish every moment with you by my side,
Happy Birthday
to you my older guide!
My Dear Cousin
Happy birthday to my dear cousin
May your day be filled with joy and fun
With laughter, love, and lots of cake
And memories that we will make
You’re one year older, but don’t you fret
You’re still young, so don’t forget
To live your life with passion and zeal
And make every moment count for real.
Sending wishes filled with love, laughter, and cheer
From your cousin who holds you dear!
To make the day even more special, take a moment to browse our Birthday Celebration Poems for words that capture the joy of the occasion.
Happy Birthday
Happy Birthday to you, my dear cousin,
May your day be filled with love and fun.
May your heart be filled with all that you desire,
And may your life be filled with all that you aspire.
In Every Storm
In every storm, every sunshine bright,
In joy or sorrow, day or night,
With you, dear cousin, I confide,
I know in you, I can always find light.
On your birthday, my heartfelt tide;
May it be filled with love and pride.
Best wishes as another year slides,
A loyal cousin, always on my side.
Amazing Cousin, Keep Shining
To my cousin, shining brighter than any star,
Yet again, I tell you how truly amazing you are.
Your heart, your spirit, invariably kind,
A more wondrous person, one could ever find.
So here's to another year in your splendid company,
Happy birthday to you, a soul so sunny and free.
Know that your worth is beyond measure or chart,
Forever treasured, you hold a place in my heart.
Lucky To Have You
Lucky to have a cousin so true,
You know how to lift spirits, you do!
On your birthday, my wish sincere,
Only the best, joy throughout the year.
With each laugh, with each smile,
Life's journey, let it be worthwhile.
Happy Birthday, cousin, so dear,
May happiness surround you, crystal clear!
For timeless verses written by well known poets, explore our collection of Famous Birthday Poems that continue to inspire across generations.
To My Cousin, On His Birthday
Dear cousin this is thy birthday,
But give thee no gifts rare or very nice,
But if thou'll accept it kindly,
I'll give thee what is better - good advice.
Twelve years thou now hast seen,
And hast thou improved them well?
Those beautiful years that are gone;
Ah! art thou ashamed to tell?
Now dear cousin improve the years
That God shall give to thee,
And know, for every one of them,
Thou accountable must be.
When thy next birthday comes,
I may be far from thee,
But I trust thou will remember
These simple lines for me.
Amazing Cousin
To a Cousin with endless might,
On this special day, pure and bright.
May your dreams soar high and clear,
A year of joy, no room for fear.
Potential boundless, like the sky so blue,
Wishing all your dreams come true.
With each step, may success draw near,
Happy Birthday, cousin dear!
Popular Pages
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Conclusion
A cousin can bring comfort, laughter, and support in a way few others can. A birthday is a simple moment to pause and say thank you for that bond. Use one of these poems in a card, a text, or a message online, and let your cousin know they are appreciated today and throughout the year.
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