(New)Best Irish Birthday Blessings For Every Occasion(100+)

So it’s your birthday or someone you know or even love? Well, I have the best Irish birthday blessings for every occasion that you can use. Don’t worry; I’ve included the Irish version (as Gaeilge). It is the biggest selection you can find online, and I hope you enjoy these Irish birthday blessings!

These Irish birthday blessings can be used for any occasion: birthdays, wedding anniversaries, and even for long-lost loved ones.

May you have a healthy heart and a wet mouth! Croí folláin agus gob fliuch.
May the most you wish for be the least you get.
May you have the health of the salmon. Sláinte an bhradáin agat.
May the good Lord take a liking to you, but not too soon.
May you grow old in the face, be treasured, and cared for with grace.
May you have rye bread to do you good, wheat bread to sweeten your blood, barley bread to do you no harm, and oatmeal bread to strengthen your arm.
May big headaches and little fevers be always far from you.
May the doctor never earn a pound out of you.
It is better to spend money like there’s no tomorrow than to spend tonight like there’s no money.
May your glass be ever full, may the roof over your head be always strong, and may you be in heaven half an hour before the devil knows you’re dead.
May you live as long as you want, and never want as long as you live.
May you live all the days of your life. — Jonathan Swift
May I see you grey and combing your grandchildren’s hair.
May the Lord keep you in His hand and never close His fist too tight.
May you live to be a hundred years, with one extra year to repent!
“May you have a long life, a wet mouth, and may you be buried in Ireland.”
“If you’re lucky enough to be Irish, then you’re lucky enough! Happy birthday!”
“To all the days here and after. May they be filled with fond memories, happiness, and laughter.”
“May love and laughter light your days and warm your heart and home. Happy birthday!”
“May the Lord keep you in His hand and never close His fist too tight.”
“There are two kinds of people in this world. The Irish, and those who wish they were. Happy birthday!”
“May God grant you many years to live, for sure He knows that the Earth has angels far too few, while heaven overflows.”
“May you be half an hour in Heaven before the Devil knows you’re dead.”
“May you be blessed with warmth in your home, love in your heart, peace in your soul, and joy in your life.”
“May you have a world of wishes at your command. God and his angels close to hand. Friends and family, their love impart, and Irish blessings in your heart.”
“We drink to your coffin. May it be built from the wood of a hundred-year-old oak tree that I shall plant tomorrow.”
“May green be the grass you walk on, may blue be the skies above you, may pure be the joys that surround you, may true be the hearts that love you.”
“May God grant you always… a sunbeam to warm you, a moonbeam to charm you, a sheltering Angel so nothing can harm you. Laughter to cheer you. Faithful friends near you. And whenever you pray, Heaven to hear you.”
“May there be a generation of children on the children of your children.” – Irish sayings
“May you enjoy the most winsome pleasures that fortune ere gave, and may all your friends recognize all the favours you are owed.”
“May the mist of Irish magic shorten every road and may your friends remember the favors you are owed.”
“May luck be your friend in whatever you do, and may trouble always be a stranger to you.”
“May your life be full of gladness and health, and your pocket full of gold as the least of your wealth. May the dreams you hold dear be the ones that come true, and may all the kindness you spread keep coming back to you. Happy birthday.”
“And when you feel down on your big day, let me throw you an Irish birthday to make it up.”
“May you always walk through sunshine, and may you never want for more. May Irish angels rest their wings right beside your door. Happy birthday!”
“May your pockets be weighty and heart be light. May best of luck seek after you every morning and night.”
“May God love you and bless you. May you see your children’s children. May you be poor in misfortune, rich in blessings, may you know nothing but happiness from this day forward.”
“May God give you, for every storm, a rainbow. For every tear, a smile. For every care, a promise. And a blessing in each trial. For every problem life may send, may he send a faithful friend. For every sigh, a sweet song. And an answer for every prayer. Happy birthday!”
“May the doctor never earn a pound of you.”
“May you always walk through sunshine, and may you never want for more. May Irish angels rest their wings right beside your door. Happy birthday!”
“Do not resent growing old as many are denied that privilege. Happy birthday!”
“May your thoughts be as glad as the shamrocks, may your heart be as light as a song, may each day bring you bright, happy hours that stay with you all the year long.”
“May you be blessed with warmth in your home, love in your heart, peace in your soul, and joy in your life.”
“May you live as long as you want and never want as long as you live.”
“May peace and plenty be the first to lift the latch to your door, and happiness be your guest today and evermore.”
“May there be a generation of children on the children of your children”
“May God give you, for every storm, a rainbow. For every tear, a smile. For every care, a promise. And a blessing in each trial. For every problem life may send, may he send a faithful friend. For every sigh, a sweet song. And an answer for every prayer. Happy birthday!”
“May luck be your friend in whatever you do, and may trouble always be a stranger to you.”
“May misfortune follow you the rest of your life, but never catch up!”
“May your troubles be as few and as far apart as my Grandmother’s teeth.”
“As you slide down the bannister of life, may the splinters never be directed in the wrong way.”
“You’ve got to do your own growing, no matter how tall your grandfather was.”
“For each leaf on the shamrock, I bring a prayer your way, wishes of good energy, luck, and joy for this day and all day, happy birthday my dear friend.”
“May the saddest day of your future be no worse than the happiest day of your past.”
“May the roof above us never fall in, and may the friends gathered below it never fall out.”
“May your pockets be heavy, and your heart be light, may good luck pursue you each morning and night.”
“God between us and all harm.”
“Here’s to the health of your enemies’ enemies.”
“May you be half an hour in Heaven before the Devil knows you’re dead.”
“May you have the hindsight to know where you’ve been, the foresight to know where you’re going, and the insight to know when you’re going too far.”

How Do You Wish Someone Irish A Happy Birthday?

This year, offer your Irish friend or family member a proper ‘Lá Breithe Shona dhuit’ with one of these traditional Irish Birthday Greetings.

I will share some of the best Irish birthday blessings out there.

“Go mbeire muid beo ar an am seo arís!” (“May we be alive at this time next year.”) “Lá Breithe Shona dhuit!” (“Happy Birthday To You”) “Fad saol agat, gob fliuch, agus bás in Éirinn.” (“May you have a long life, a wet mouth, and may you be buried in Ireland.”) “Sláinte an bhradáin agat.” (“May you have the health of the salmon.”)
“Irish birthday wishes are the best way to show someone you care on their special day! With a touch of Irish luck, your loved one is sure to have a birthday they’ll never forget.”
“May there be a generation of children, on the children of your children”
“May friendship, like wine, improve as time advances. And may we always have old wine, old friends, and young cares.”
“May you taste the sweetest pleasures that fortune ere bestowed, and may all your friends remember all the favours you are owed.”
“May God give you, for every storm, a rainbow. For every tear, a smile. For every care, a promise. And a blessing in each trial. For every problem life may send, may he send a faithful friend. For every sigh, a sweet song. And an answer to every prayer. Happy birthday! I wish you many Irish blessings.”
“May misfortune follow you the rest of your life, but never catch up!”
“May God not weaken your hand. Happy birthday, friend.”
“May your joys be as deep as the oceans, your troubles as light as foam, and may you find sweet peace of mind, wherever you roam. Happy birthday!”
“In this New Year in your life, may your hand be always stretched out in friendship and not once in want. Happy birthday, dear friend.”
“May you walk tall through the sunshine, and may you never want for more. May worry never be your lifeline; may the Irish angels rest their wings on your door. Happy birthday, friend.”
“No matter how old you are, everyone loves a good Irish birthday blessing. An Irish blessing is a way to wish good luck on someone for their birthday.”
“It is better to spend money like there’s no tomorrow than to spend tonight like there’s no money.”
“May I see you grey and combing your grandchild’s hair.”
“Here’s to wishing you the top of life without a single tumble. The smiles of life and not a single grumble. The best of life and not a claw about it. The joy in life and not a day without it. Happy Birthday!”
“In the first light of the sun, when the long day is done, in your smiles and your tears, through each day of your years, bless you!”
“May you live a long life full of gladness and health, with a pocket full of gold as the least of your wealth. May the dreams you hold, dearest be those which come true, and may the kindness you spread keep returning to you. Happy birthday.”
“May you be blessed with warmth in your home, love in your heart, peace in your soul, and joy in your life.”
“May there be a generation of children on the children of your children!”
“May you live as long as you want and not want as long as you live.”
“May you be poor in misfortune, rich in blessings, may you know nothing but happiness from your first day forward.”
“May I see you grey and combing your grandchild’s hair.”
“To all the days, here and after. May they abound with friendship, joy, and laughter.”
“May the best of your days be yet to come!”

Did you find the perfect Irish Birthday Blessings?

In this heartfelt post, I’ve gathered a wonderful collection of Irish birthday blessings and greetings that you can use to make any occasion special. Whether it’s your birthday, someone you know, or someone you love, these Irish blessings carry a unique charm that transcends mere words.

What’s even more delightful is that I’ve included the original Irish versions (as Gaeilge) of these blessings, allowing you to add an authentic touch to your messages or conversations.

These Irish birthday blessings are incredibly versatile. They’re not just for birthdays; you can use them to celebrate wedding anniversaries or to convey your affection to long-lost loved ones.

Among these blessings, you’ll find wishes for good health, modest desires, the strength of a salmon, and even a dash of humour, like hoping the good Lord takes a liking to you, but not too soon! There’s a blessing for growing old with grace and enjoying the simple pleasures of life, like different types of bread that nourish both body and soul.

And if you’re concerned about life’s little troubles, fear not. These blessings ask for big headaches and little fevers to stay far away from you, and they hope the doctor never earns a pound from your health.

But that’s not all; these blessings delve deeper into life’s wisdom. They advise that it’s better to spend money like there’s no tomorrow than to spend tonight like there’s no money. They wish for your glass to always be full, for your home’s roof to stay strong, and for you to reach heaven half an hour before the devil knows you’re gone.

In the words of Jonathan Swift, they hope you live as long as you want and never want as long as you live. They envision you greying gracefully, combing your grandchildren’s hair, all while being cradled in the Lord’s gentle hand.

But there’s more! These blessings encompass a rich tapestry of sentiments. From Irish pride to the value of friendship and the importance of cherishing fond memories, this collection has it all.

So, whether you’re seeking to add a touch of Irish magic to your celebrations or simply looking to convey your warmest wishes, these Irish blessings have you covered. With their blend of tradition, wisdom, and humour, they’re sure to make any birthday or special occasion truly memorable.

In total, you’ll find a whopping 110 unique Irish birthday blessings, sayings, and quotes in this post. It’s a heartfelt and comprehensive resource that will help you spread joy and goodwill to your loved ones on their special day.

Thanks for reading, and I hope you ‘Let the doctor’s coffers remain untouched when it comes to your well-being. ‘

All the best,

Stephen