Turning 40 is a big deal! You’ve hit a milestone, had adventures, learned lessons, and now it’s time to celebrate in style.
If you’re here, you’re probably looking for perfect blessings for someone (or maybe yourself!) celebrating the big 4-0. No doubt you want something fun, heartfelt, and memorable. So let’s dive in and make your message shine.
Below you’ll find 10 different themes (based on what people often search) and each has 15 unique blessings you can pick, tweak, or just send as-is. Enjoy the variety, and let your creativity flow!
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Classic Happy 40th Birthday Wishes
Cheers to 40 fabulous years and many more to come
Wishing you joy, love, and laughter at 40 and beyond
Here’s to 40 years of memories and a future full of dreams
You’ve reached 40 with style here’s to your next chapter
Forty never looked so good happy birthday
May your 40s be your happiest decade yet
Wishing you the very best on your 40th and always
At 40 you shine brighter than ever enjoy every moment
Celebrate 40 years of life, love and adventure
Welcome to the 40 club may it be amazing
Here’s to a grand 40th and even grander years ahead
Happy 40th may your heart stay young and free
Turning 40 means you’re at your best enjoy it
Wishing you health, happiness and a rocking 40th
Forty and fabulous may your day be as wonderful as you are
Funny 40th Birthday Wishes
You’re 40 that’s 20 twice, so twice the fun
Welcome to 40: now your back cracks more than jokes
Forty is just teenage angst with 20 years of experience
You’re not 40, you’re 18 with 22 years of practice
Congrats on 40 you’re officially vintage (in the best way)
At 40 you still rock just maybe with more naps
Forty doesn’t mean old it means upgraded
You’re 40 and still cool now go prove it
Happy 40th may your energy outlast your candles
Don’t think of it as 40, think of it as level 4.0 unlocked
40 and fearless unlike your knees sometimes
Age is just a number, 40 is just a new start
Forty: the age when you laugh loud, nap proud, and live bold
You’ve survived 40 years that’s some serious achievement
Happy 40th may your hangover be short and your laughter long
Heartfelt 40th Birthday Wishes
Wishing you peace, purpose and passion as you turn 40
May your 40th birthday bring all the love you deserve
At 40 may your heart find new dreams and sweet memories
Here’s to the beautiful person you’ve become at 40
Wishing you 40 years of joy and a lifetime of love
On your 40th may you feel celebrated and deeply cherished
May your 40s bring clarity, comfort and connection
Happy 40th may you always find light in every day
At 40 you’ve grown wise and wonderful may you flourish
Wishing you meaningful moments and magic all through 40
May this milestone year be full of kindness and grace
On turning 40 may you embrace every blessing coming your way
Happy 40th your journey inspires and uplifts us all
Wishing you deep laughter, simple pleasures and great joy at 40
At 40 may you feel loved, valued and ready for the next adventure
Inspirational 40th Birthday Wishes
Forty means you’ve earned your stripes now go shine
May your 40th year be the start of your greatest chapter
Here’s to dreaming bigger, loving longer, and living braver at 40
At 40 your story gets richer embrace it
Wishing you the courage to chase fresh goals at 40
Happy 40th the best is yet to come
May your 40s be bold, bright and full of becoming
Turning 40 is your chance to reinvent and rediscover
May you use 40 as a springboard to your finest self
Happy 40th may your spirit stay wild and your heart stay kind
At 40 you’re unstoppable and I believe in you
May your 40th be the launchpad for your dreams
Wishing you clarity, purpose and power in your 40s
You are 40 years strong now go build the legacy you want
Happy 40th now write the next big chapter of your life
Religious 40th Birthday Wishes
May God’s blessings light your 40th and the years ahead
Wishing you faith, hope and love as you turn 40
At 40 may you feel God’s hand guiding every step
Happy 40th may your spirit grow and your faith deepen
May this new decade bring spiritual peace and joy
Wishing you a 40th filled with God’s grace and favour
At 40 may you walk in purpose and divine protection
May the Lord bless you abundantly on your 40th year
Happy 40th may your heart be full of God’s love
May your 40s be guided by light, truth and kindness
Wishing you a blessed 40th and a path of faith ahead
At 40 may you feel the presence of God in every moment
Happy 40th may you serve, shine and share God’s love
May your 40th milestone bring spiritual growth and contentment
Wishing you joy in faith, strength in spirit and love in heart at 40
Short & Sweet 40th Birthday Wishes
Happy 40th you rock
Fabulous at 40
40 and thriving
Cheers to 40
Welcome to 40
40 with flair
Live it up at 40
40 and fearless
You’re 40 and awesome
40 looks good on you
Big 4-0, bigger smiles
Forty and flying high
Here’s to 40 years
40 years of you
Happy 40th enjoy
40th Birthday Wishes for Brother/Sister
Happy 40th to my awesome sibling love you always
To my brother at 40: thanks for being my hero
Sister, at 40 you shine brighter than ever happy birthday
Brother, 40 years of you means 40 years of laughs here’s to many more
Sister, may your 40th be as amazing as you are
Happy 40th bro time to celebrate big
To my sister at 40: you’re kind, strong and unforgettable
Brother, you hit 40 with style proud of you
Sister, may your 40th bring laughter, joy and lots of cake
Happy 40th to the best brother in the world
To my sister: 40 never looked so brilliant
Brother, may your 40s be your best decade yet
Sister, thank you for always being you happy 40th
Happy 40th bro here’s to many more wild memories
To my sister at 40: let’s celebrate like it’s day one
40th Birthday Wishes for Friend
Happy 40th to my fantastic friend here’s to you
Friend, at 40 you’re gold let’s party
Wishing you the happiest 40th, friend you deserve it
To my friend turning 40: still young, still wild, still you
Happy 40th thanks for being my friend through it all
Friend, your 40th is just another reason to celebrate you
At 40 may your days be full of laughter and love, friend
Happy 40th to one of my favourite people
Friend, you’re 40 and fabulous enjoy every second
Wishing you an epic 40th birthday and even better year ahead
Friend, may your 40th bring new adventures and bigger smiles
40 years of friendship and many more to go happy birthday
Happy 40th friend let’s make this one unforgettable
To my friend at 40: keep shining, keep smiling
Happy 40th here’s to us, to you, to amazing memories ahead
40th Birthday Wishes for Husband/Wife/Partner
Happy 40th to my love you complete me
To my partner, at 40 you’re more amazing than ever
Happy 40th sweetheart here’s to many more years together
Love, your 40th is just the start of our greatest chapter
To my spouse at 40: thanks for every moment and many more ahead
Happy 40th to my other half you’re my forever
At 40 you still take my breath away happy birthday my love
To my husband/wife, May your 40th be full of love, laughter and us
Happy 40th with you every year gets better
To my partner at 40: you fill my life with joy and I love you
Happy 40th, darling here’s to our journey ahead
Love, you’re 40 and fabulous thank you for being mine
Happy 40th may our love grow deeper in your 40s
To the one I love: happy 40th and many more by your side
My love, on your 40th I celebrate you and us
40th Birthday Wishes for Work Colleague/Boss
Happy 40th to a great colleague may your day be superb
Wishing you a fantastic 40th with success and joy
To a wonderful boss at 40: your leadership inspires us
Happy 40th may your career and your life flourish
Wishing you 40 years strong and many more ahead
To a fantastic coworker: enjoy your 40th birthday celebration
Happy 40th may your 40s bring new wins and happiness
To my boss: thank you for being 40 years young in spirit
Wishing you a memorable 40th and a future filled with success
Happy 40th to an awesome teammate you make work better
To my work buddy at 40: here’s to more projects and more laughs
Happy 40th may your day be as great as your work
To a great leader turning 40: may your vision grow and your team thrive
Wishing you a bright 40th and a strong, successful decade ahead
Happy 40th thanks for being a star in our workplace
Conclusion
Pick your favourite blessings, personalize them if you like, and send with a big smile. Turning 40 is something to celebrateit’s a chance to reflect, rejoice and embrace your next chapter. So raise a toast, enjoy the fun, and send your love in style. Happy birthday wishes made easy and joyful!
I am Clara Joyce, founder of Pure Blessia, shares uplifting words to inspire joy and gratitude every day.
