In Iranian culture, a birthday is more than just a date on the calendar; it's a celebration of a person’s precious existence—their *vojood*. Expressing good wishes on this day is an art form, often weaving together poetry, deep affection, and blessings for the future. It’s a chance to tell someone how much their light adds to the world.
Whether you're writing a card for your *maman joon*, sending a text to your best *refigh*, or whispering sweet nothings to your *eshgh*, finding the right words is key. This guide offers a collection of Iranian-inspired birthday wishes, from timeless classics to modern messages, all filled with the warmth and heart that defines Persian culture.
Classic Persian Greetings: The Essentials (with Translations)
These are the foundational phrases you'll hear in any Iranian household during a birthday celebration. They are perfect for anyone and are a must-know.
1. Tavallodet Mobarak! (تولدت مبارک)
- The most classic and universal way to say "Happy Birthday!" It’s perfect for cards, cakes, and saying in person.
2. Sad sal be in salha. (صد سال به این سالها)
- Translation: "May you have 100 more years like these." This is a beautiful blessing for a long and happy life.
3. Zad-roozet khojasteh bad. (زادروزت خجسته باد)
- Translation: "May your day of birth be auspicious." This is a slightly more formal and poetic way to say happy birthday.
4. Miladet mobarak, azizam. (میلادت مبارک عزیزم)
- Translation: "Happy birthday, my dear." Adding *azizam* (my dear) instantly makes the greeting warmer and more personal.
5. Omidvaram be hameye arezoohat beresi. (امیدوارم به همهی آرزوهات برسی)
- Translation: "I hope you achieve all of your dreams." This is a heartfelt wish that focuses on the person's future happiness and success.
6. Barayat behtarin-ha ra arezoo mikonam. (برایت بهترینها را آرزو میکنم)
- Translation: "I wish the very best for you." A simple, elegant, and sincere message suitable for any recipient.
7. Hameshe shad o salamat bashi. (همیشه شاد و سلامت باشی)
- Translation: "May you always be happy and healthy." This common blessing prioritizes the two most important things in life.
Poetic Wishes for a Beautiful Soul
Drawing inspiration from Iran's rich literary heritage, these messages are for when you want to express something truly profound and beautiful.
1. On the day you were born, the world became a bit more beautiful. May your life's garden always bloom with joy and your path be lit by stars. Happy Birthday.
2. Like a verse from a Hafez poem, your presence brings meaning and light to our lives. Wishing you a birthday as lovely as your soul.
3. May your new year of life be a story of success, a song of joy, and a journey of peace. Happy Birthday.
4. Wishing you a birthday where every moment is as sweet as *gaz* and every blessing as plentiful as the seeds of a pomegranate.
5. Happy Birthday! May your spirit remain as free as the wind and your heart as warm as the summer sun in Shiraz.
6. Another year, another beautiful chapter in the precious book of your life. May the ink of your future be only happiness.
7. You are a rare treasure. On your birthday, I wish you a wealth of health, a treasure trove of happiness, and a world of peace.
Warm Messages for Cherished Family (Khanevadeh)
Family (*khanevadeh*) is the cornerstone of Iranian life. These messages are infused with the deep respect and love reserved for family members.
1. To the pillar of our family, happy birthday. Your strength is our foundation and your love is our home. We love you more than words can say.
2. Happy Birthday to my dear sibling! Thank you for a lifetime of shared laughter and secrets. My world wouldn't be the same without you. *Tavallodet Mobarak, joonam*.
3. To my wonderful child, watching you grow has been the greatest joy of my life. May your future be as bright as your smile. Happy Birthday, my sweet.
4. *Maman joon / Baba joon*, on your birthday, we want to thank you for every sacrifice and every prayer. May we always be a source of pride for you. *Sad sal zendeh bashid*. (May you live 100 years).
5. Happy Birthday! I am so grateful to have a [cousin/aunt/uncle] like you in my life. You make every family gathering brighter.
6. You are not just my [mother/father/sibling]; you are my guide and my greatest blessing. Wishing you a year filled with the same love you've always given me.
7. Happy Birthday! May your home always be filled with the sounds of laughter, the warmth of love, and the scent of saffron tea.
Affectionate Notes for Dear Friends (Doostan)
For a close friend (*doost* or *refigh*), the tone can be more casual and playful, but always rooted in deep affection and loyalty.
1. *Tavallodet Mobarak, refigh!* Ready to celebrate another year of you being awesome? Let’s make some noise!
2. Happy Birthday to my favorite person to drink chai with and complain about everything and nothing. Life is better with you in it.
3. Here's to another year of adventures, late-night talks, and unforgettable memories. So lucky to have you as my friend.
4. *Joonam!* It’s your birthday! I hope your day is filled with too much cake, lots of love, and everything that makes you happy.
5. Happy Birthday, friend! My only wish is that we can grow old and be troublemakers together.
6. I hit the jackpot having a friend like you. Wishing you the happiest of birthdays and a fantastic year ahead!
7. You have a heart of gold. Thank you for always being there. Hope you have the best birthday ever!
Romantic Birthday Wishes for Your Love (Eshgham)
These messages are for your significant other—your *eshgh* (love), your *nafas* (breath), your everything. They are passionate, intimate, and full of adoration.
1. *Tavallodet Mobarak, eshgham*. My life began the day I met you. You are my world, my soul, my everything.
2. Happy Birthday to the keeper of my heart. Every day with you is a gift, and I cherish each one. I love you endlessly.
3. You are the sun that warms my days and the moon that brightens my nights. Happy Birthday, my beautiful love (*azizeh delam*).
4. To my one and only, my *janam*. May your birthday be as magnificent as the love we share. I can't imagine my life without you.
5. Every beat of my heart whispers your name. On your birthday, I wish you all the happiness you bring to me, multiplied by infinity.
6. Happy Birthday, my breath (*nafasam*). Thank you for filling my life with a love so deep and a joy so pure.
7. With you, every day feels like celebrating Nowruz—a new beginning, full of hope and beauty. Happy Birthday to the love of my life.
### A Final Touch
The most beautiful Iranian birthday wish is one that comes directly from your heart. Feel free to use these messages as a starting point, but don't forget to add a personal memory or an inside joke. Whether you say it in eloquent Persian or simple English, the love behind your words is what truly makes a birthday special. *Tavallodesh Mobarak!*