99 Happy 12th Birthday Wishes

If you’re reading this, you need a birthday wish. More specifically, it is a birthday wish for someone turning 12. Now, you may believe there isn’t a perfect birthday wish out there, that doesn’t mean you can’t find one that will make that special kid’s day. So far, you know two of the most essential things regarding 12th birthday wishes. Knowing who the birthday girl or boy is and how old they are. All that’s left is some inspiration, and that’s what you’ll get here. I’ve compiled a list of various birthday wishes you can use to make any preteen’s day. 

Short and Sweet 12th Birthday Wishes

Sometimes, a birthday wish doesn’t have to be made of several paragraphs to be unique. Instead, pair a short and sweet birthday wishes with one of the best gifts for children for that memorable touch. 

1. A special person turns 12 today! Have a fun birthday.  
2. How is it even possible that you are 12 years old? Wow, happy birthday!
3. Wishing you the best 12th birthday! Enjoy the cake and being spoilt rotten! 
4. We celebrate you turning 12. Have a fun-filled birthday. 
5. Happy birthday to the most incredible 12-year-old ever.
6. Sending you 12 wishes for your birthday!
7. Our favorite person turns 12, hip hip hooray!
8. Happy birthday! May you have 12 more years of laughter!
9. Wishing my best friend a happy birthday. Ps, 12 looks dazzling on you!
10. Wishing you the happiest 12th birthday! We wish you all the best on your twelfth birthday. Don’t forget to make a wish.
11. Woop, Woop, you are turning 12, so you get another trip around the sun. Happy birthday!

Funny 12th Birthday Wishes 

Birthday wishes don’t always have to be serious. Funny wishes can be tears of joy, and they are perfect for birthday wishes for a 12 year old boy or girl you know.

12. Our very own superkid turns 12. Happy birthday!
13. Happy birthday, kid! Sorry, but weren’t you like 11 yesterday, and now you’re 12? Time does fly. 
14. You may be 12, but that doesn’t mean you’re tall enough to ride all the rides. Happy birthday, little bro. 
15. Nope, you don’t get 12 birthday wishes; you only get one, okay, maybe two but no more. 
16. 12? Nah, more like 21! Just kidding, happy birthday, little brother. 
17. Happy birthday to my slightly annoying 12-year-old sister. Ps, this doesn’t mean you get to wear my clothes. 
18. Guess what? Turning 12 doesn’t mean you have to give up the cartoons. Happy birthday, bestie. 
19. Congratulations on turning 12 today. But can you stop growing up so fast, please? 
20. You might be 12 today, but you will always be my baby sister, who cut my hair when we were 3. 
21. From 2 to 12, you are still annoying. Just kidding, you’re my favorite. Happy birthday!
22. Happy birthday, and welcome to the golden age of being 12. Next, we eat too much cake and dance it off.
23. There’s no way you’re 12 years old already. Can we get this fact-checked? Happy bday kid!
24. Look at you, already showing off that 12-year-old glow! 
25. Just so you know, you only get one extra slice of birthday cake since you’re turning 12. 
26. Look at our 12-year-old birthday girl! Are you older? Yes. Funnier? Probably not.
27. Yes, I stole your crayons when we were four, but look, you’re 12 now, so let’s just forget about it and dance.  
28. Time to say ‘see you never’ to your childhood and ‘hello’ to being a preteen and all the grumpy moments to follow. 
29. Look who’s turning 12 today. And to think you were in diapers just yesterday (not literally!). 
30. Who’s one year older and still has a few baby teeth? Yep, that’s you. Have an excellent birthday, kid. 
31. I couldn’t decide what to get you, so I just got you ME. Something cute and unique. Here’s to your 12th birthday. 
32. Oh, 12, what a time to be alive. Enjoy your birthday, and here’s to eating more cake than you can fit in your stomach. 
33. Happy birthday! Make the most of your 12th year on this planet to the max because the aches and pains come with being a teenager. 
34. Happy 12th birthday to you; you don’t look like a monkey but might smell like one boohoo!
35. Hey kid, happy 12th birthday! The grey hairs come in after 12, so enjoy being a kid while it lasts. 

Inspiring 12th Birthday Wishes

Before we get into inspiring 12th birthday wishes, you should look back at 11th birthday wishes to build on these new wishes. 

36. Wishing you a 12th birthday as outstanding as you are. 
37. May you have a happy 12th birthday, and may you achieve all your goals. 
38. Turing 12 doesn’t mean you have to grow up. It means it’s time to have fun with friends and family. 
39. Your best experiences are still ahead of you. So take it easy and make the most of your day. Have the happiest twelfth birthday. 
40. Today, you start a new chapter in your life, one filled with adventures and memorable moments, 
41. To the most special 12 year old in the world, we wish you a fantastic birthday. May this day be as special as you are and may all your wishes come true. 
42. Watching you work so hard to achieve your goals and dreams has been such an inspiration. 
43. You are incredibly smart, brave, and kind. Remember to always keep your head up and follow your heart. Happy 12th birthday, sweetheart. 
44. Remember that no matter if you make a mistake, you will always have us in your corner. Have a wonderful 12th birthday. 
45. Happy 12th birthday. All you need is to continue being you, find joy in life, and not waste a moment on things that don’t make you happy. 
46. The world is waiting for you to discover everything that will bring you joy. Have a fantastic journey. 
47. As you enjoy your day, we wish you the best of luck on your next chapter—Happy 12th birthday. 
48. You may not be ready to grow up, and you don’t have to. Take your time and enjoy every moment the next 12 years bring. 
49. Just because you are turning 12 doesn’t mean things have to change. Continue spreading love, being a sweet soul, and finding joy. 
50. As you blow out your 12 candles on your birthday cake surrounded by family, we want you to know that you are remarkable, intelligent, and courageous.
51. For the past 12 years, you have filled every room with life, love, and happiness. Thank you for being so very special. Happy birthday. 
52. Happy 12th birthday. We hope you enter this next year with an open mind, ready to make all your dreams come true. 
53. Wishing you the happiest 12th birthday. Take a moment to reflect on the past and look forward to many more to come. 
54. Wishing you a happy 12th birthday and a life filled with everything you dream of. 
55. I hope you know that you are beyond memorable. You were created to break boundaries and open doors no one else could. Have a fabulous 12th birthday. 
56. It may be your 12th birthday, but every day you walk on this earth is unique. Keep being amazing. 
57. Your light shines brighter and brighter each day. May your life be filled with the love you can imagine—Happy 12th birthday. 
58. Watching you grow from a sweet baby into a beautiful human has been an honor and pleasure. Wishing you a twelfth birthday filled with magic and everything you’ve ever wanted. 
59. You work extremely hard, and even though sometimes it feels like it isn’t paying off, keep pushing forward, and you get the results you have been working for. Have a blessed twelfth birthday. 
60. Sending you well wishes on your twelfth birthday. You are growing up beautifully. 

Heartfelt 12th Birthday Wishes

Sometimes, you don’t have to overthink about what you have to say in your birthday wish. Instead, go with something from the heart. And if you are celebrating the birthday of a 12-year-old girl, you may want to look at the best gifts for girls to make their day even more special. 

61. The day you were brought into this world will forever be my favorite day. Have the most amazing twelfth birthday angel. 
62. I have never seen a spirit filled with more love before I met you. And I wish you a spectacular twelfth birthday. 
63. You may not know this, but you are a one-of-a-kind 12-year-old. Hope you have the best birthday ever. 
64. There aren’t enough words to describe how happy I am to know a 12-year-old like you. Have a wonderful birthday. 
65. From the moment we sat together in the lunch room, I knew we would be best friends forever. Happy 12th birthday!
66. Thank you for always putting smiles on our faces and bringing joy into our lives. May you have an incredible twelfth birthday. 
67. As time passes, I have watched you become a beautiful individual. Wishing you a happy 12th birthday. 
68. I am so thankful to be the big sister to the sweetest 12-year-old I could ever choose. Happy birthday. 
69. Now that you are twelve, you should know that you are surrounded by people who love and support you. Never give up, and continue being amazing. 
70. It’s time to celebrate your incredible 12 years on this earth. It was the best birthday; maybe the next one will be even better. 
71. You are officially a big 12-year-old. Soon, you will be a teenager and then an adult. But just keep in mind life is a journey and not a race. 
72. As you read your 12th birthday wishes, I hope you are reminded of how loved and appreciated you are. Have a fantastic birthday, my love. 
73. On your 12th birthday, I want to tell you that you are a one-in-a-million person. I hope you find excitement and fun in your new adventure.  
74. At the tender age of 12 you have managed to change the lives of so many people around you. We wish you a splendid birthday and many more. 
75. It isn’t easy to leave a lasting impression in just 12 years, yet you have done that. Have the happiest birthday, sweet child. 
76. I struggle to find the words to tell you how much you mean to me. But I will tell you that you are more memorable than ever. Have the happiest twelfth birthday!
77. We may not have photos of all our best moments together, but I will always have the memories. And for that, I thank you and wish you a fantastic twelfth birthday. 
78. You are by far the best 12-year-old I have ever known. And I wish you the happiest birthday and a wonderful life. 
79. Dear best friend, as we celebrate your 12 years of life, we want you to know that we would choose to be friends a million times over. Have a spectacular birthday. 
80. For the past 12 years, you have been the biggest blessing anyone could ask for. I hope you enjoy your special birthday and are blessed with many more. 
81. Happy 12th birthday to a fantastic human. We hope you enjoy your last year of being a kid. 
82. A special someone turns 12! And I hope you have a birthday that speaks to just how loved you are. 
83. Turning 12 is a very special occasion. Not only are you one year older, but you are also one year wiser, stronger, and more intelligent. 
84. Send you 12 birthday wishes on your special day. Continue being a one-in-a-million soul. 
85. Today is a special day, and we are here to celebrate a special person. Happy twelfth birthday. Wishing you lots of prosperity,  health, and joy. 
86. Dear birthday kid, you are always a pleasure to have around, and we hope that being 12 is everything you hope it will be. 
87. Enjoy being 12 and continue shooting for the stars. Happy birthday, friend. 

12th Birthday Wishes From Parents

It’s okay to be at a loss for words when wishing your 12-year-old child a happy birthday. They are growing up so fast. Take a look at the wishes below for some help. You’re welcome!

88. Watching you grow from a sweet baby into a beautiful human has been an honor and pleasure. Wishing you a twelfth birthday filled with magic and everything you’ve ever wanted sweetheart. 
89. I am filled with pride because my beautiful daughter turns 12. I hope you have the happiest of birthdays. 
90. Watching you grow up has been an emotional journey, but watching you turn 12 brings me happiness. Happy birthday, my son. 
91. From the day I saw you, I knew I would spend the rest of my life loving you. And after 12 years, I love you even more—happy birthday to our daughter. 
92. We can’t believe you are 12 already. Being your parents has been spectacular. Wishing you the best son. 
93. Dear daughter, happy birthday! Thank you for giving us the best 12 years. We look forward to the next 12. 

12th Birthday Wishes From Grandparents

Your grandkid is officially not such a little kid anymore. They’re turning 12, and here are a few wishes that will make their day. If you are celebrating your beloved grandchild’s birthday, get help choosing a present by looking through the best gifts for boys or girls. 

94. Oh no, it can’t be my favorite grandkid’s birthday yet, here’s to being 12. Now let’s have some cake. 
95. Has it been a year since your last birthday? And how you’re a whole 12-year-old. Wow, it looks like we’re both getting old!
96. Thank you for making being a grandparent the best. Have a wonderful birthday, little one. 
97. You can’t be 12 already! Happy birthday to the sweetest grandchild we could have asked for. 
98. Enjoy every minute of being 12; trust me, it goes by in a blink of an eye. Happy birthday, kid.
99. Dear beautiful granddaughter, it feels like your parents just brought you home. Look, you’re 12 today. Wishing you a blessed and wonderful birthday sweet angel. 

Conclusion

Wow, we’ve managed to get through all those 12th birthday wishes. But just in case you forgot. We’ve gone through funny wishes, heartfelt wishes, wishes from parents, and so much more. Can you believe you have enough birthday wishes to fill a whole card? Now, you obviously don’t need every wish here. However, keep them close by so you have them on hand for the next 12 birthdays!