From what I’ve learned, it’s considered bad luck to wish someone a happy birthday before their actual day. It’s like the saying, “Don’t count your chickens before they hatch,” meaning you shouldn’t assume something will happen until it does.

When your birthday is just a few days away, there are lots of funny memes you can use to show how you feel about getting early birthday wishes.

If someone else’s birthday is coming up soon, you can also use memes to share your excitement with them and make them smile.

In this article, we’ve put together 20 of the funniest, most relatable, and most “I-feel-seen” memes for early birthday wishes.

Happy Early Birthday Memes: Why Meme, Though?

I spend a lot of time on social media. And Memes are a great way to communicate because they can make people feel understood. 

Sometimes, no matter how you try to explain something, it doesn’t quite click until a meme shows them they’re not the only one who’s ever felt that way.

We’ve also written a separate article all about using words to wish someone an early happy birthday.

But when it comes to sharing memes, you don’t need to write much—especially if you’re posting on social media and tagging the birthday person. 

Memes can create a stronger sense of connection and fun than just words alone.

20 All-time Best Memes for “Happy Early Birthday” By Phraseably

Here are some of the best memes you’ll find on the internet that relate to pre-birthday wishes or anything happy early birthday. 

1. It’s all coming together

Months or days leading to your birthday, especially if you’re a people-person can be unreal. 

The excitement of feeling special and gifts make you feel like a mini-celebrity already. 

2. Sleeping on your birthday after the whole hype

One moment, you’re the star of the show—calls, messages, cake, and cheers. Then, just a few hours later, you’re lying in bed like, “Wait…so it’s over? Just like that?” 

The quiet hits hard, and you’re left thinking about how you were hyped up only to end the day snoring like everyone else. Some don’t even get to experience all of that fun stuff. 

3. The ultimate 2FA

Instead of risking the “You forgot my birthday?” guilt trip, you send the wish early, acting responsible. 

But deep down, it’s like, “Let me secure my points now before my forgetful self messes this up!”

4. Feeling excited

The moment your birthday month starts, you’re suddenly the main character. 

Every little thing feels like a pre-birthday celebration—even eating regular snacks feels special!

5. That friend that can’t corporate

You’re trying to keep it chill, no drama, just vibes. But then that one friend turns into your personal PR manager.

Next thing you know, people are planning surprises and buzzing your phone, and you’re like, “Who gave you the job?!” Lowkey ruined, but also kind of fun.

6. You just can’t deal

Even when you try to be calm, maybe even forget your birthday is near, your friends are out here acting like it’s a national holiday. Their hype versus your chill—it’s a comedy in itself!

7. Just the gifts please

Pre-birthday wishes are nice, but let’s be honest—wishes don’t buy snacks or pay bills. Pre-birthday gifts, though? Bring!

8. Some may even need to hire a PA for that day

It’s almost like your phone must not be low on battery. If it does, you’re panicking because the early birds are flooding in with birthday wishes.

9. There’s always that one friend

Everyone’s laughing, eating, and hyped for your soon-to-come birthday, then boom—they drop a random deep topic. The whole table goes silent, and you’re sitting there thinking, “Whose birthday are we celebrating again?!”

10. It sounds easy until you start

You’re just there like, “Why is this so hard?!” It’s awkwardly real. 

Meanwhile you can check our separate guide for the best paragraphs you can just copy and paste to your friend as a pre-birthday wish.  

11. It’s the typical dad trait everywhere in the world

You pour your heart into a long, heartfelt pre-birthday message, expecting all the feels in return. 

But then your dad, being the dad he is, sends back a simple thumbs up like you just texted him about the weather.

12. And guess what? They have no idea!

It’s the things we do for friendship even though they may not recognize it. 

13. It was fun while it lasted

Now, the mere thought of it brings a “Do I really need all that stress?” vibe. Time really changes the mood!

14. He’s never beating the allegations

Many of us are on this table. You try to act like you’re good at remembering important dates, but when it’s crunch time, Google Calendar becomes your best friend. Welldone. 

15. Just another day under the sun for some

Those groups of people that will say nothing special when you greet them happy birthday in advance. 

16. What exactly do you want me to blast on my birthday!?

That moment when people hype you up, but you’re not sure if they mean it or if they’re just checking off the “birthday wish” box

17. Have you even thought about it?

18. It always starts with that term

19. There’s no extra dollar earned if you don’t type in full

Okay, we’ll help you with the acronyms 

HBD: Happy Birthday

MGL: More good life

LLNP: Long life and prosperity

IGH: In good health

But seriously, people who still wish others with these acronyms need therapy. 

20. Suprise Suprise….

It happens to the best of us. Chill. 

How to Pick The Perfect Meme for Happy Early Birthday

This list is by no means exhaustive. You can even share the ones you have in the comment section below. 

Just remember to pick a meme that matches their sense of humor. Do they love sarcasm, silly jokes, or something more heartfelt? 

For some memes, you won’t understand it until you’re familiar with the reference in the meme. For example, those memes that are excerpts from scenes in popular sitcom shows. 

So choose a meme they can connect with. If they often joke about loving cake or dreading getting older, find something that fits those themes.

If you’re sharing the meme online, pick one that will make others laugh or relate too.