In Ukrainian tradition, "kuma" is a woman linked to your family through a child's christening — usually your child's godmother or the mother of your godchild. She is more than a friend: she is family by choice. Here you will find birthday wishes for a kuma (godmother): short, modern, heartfelt and funny texts, poems, and a separate section for a kum (godfather). Wishes for other recipients, from Mum to a colleague, are collected in birthday wishes for family, friends and colleagues.
according to Google data and our own analytics, Ukrainians search for birthday wishes for a kuma about 11K times a month, and for a kum about 6K
Short birthday wishes for a kuma
Happy birthday, kuma! You are part of our family.
Happy birthday, dear kuma! Health, happiness and warmth.
Happy birthday! Thank you for always being there.
Kuma, may every day bring you joy. Happy birthday!
Happy birthday, dear! Stay as bright as you are.
Happy birthday! Our child has the best godmother in the world.
Happy birthday, kuma! May your dreams come true.
Happy birthday! Love, prosperity and peace to you.
Modern birthday wishes for a kuma
Happy birthday, kuma! Wishing you more trips, fewer deadlines and only pleasant notifications on your phone.
Happy birthday! May this year bring it all: coffee with friends, a seaside vacation and time for yourself.
Happy birthday! Keep your amazing mood and be first in everything you set out to do.
Happy birthday, kuma! May your calendar have more celebrations than chores.
Happy birthday! May life write the best script for you, with you starring in the lead role.
Heartfelt birthday messages for a godmother
Kuma, when we asked you to become a godmother, we knew there was no one better. Thank you for loving our child and for always being there.
Dear kuma, you are our support and our good advice. Wishing you health, a happy family and warmth in your heart.
Happy birthday, kuma! We became family not by blood but by the choice of our hearts. And that is priceless.
Kuma, thank you for sharing both holidays and everyday worries with us. May life give you as much kindness as you give others.
Birthday wishes for a kum (godfather)
Happy birthday, kum! Health, strength and luck in everything you do.
Happy birthday! Thank you for always being ready to help.
Happy birthday, kum! May your home be full and your friends be true.
Happy birthday! Our godchild is proud of you, and so are we.
Happy birthday! Wishing you bold plans and strong health.
Funny birthday wishes for a kuma
Happy birthday, kuma! Remember: godmothers don't age, they just gain wisdom.
Happy birthday! May your life have as much joy as there were photos from our last get-together.
Happy birthday! We promise to bring the kid without markers this time.
Happy birthday, kuma! May your salary grow faster than our godchild.
Toasts for the birthday table
Let's raise our glasses to the person we're celebrating today! May your life hold as much joy as there are guests around this table.
They say happiness is being understood. So here's to always having people around who understand you without words!
To health that never fails, dreams that come true and friends who never disappear. Cheers!
May the coming year bring more travel than worries and more reasons to celebrate than to fret!
Celebrating from afar
A video call at a good time — arrange it in advance so the birthday person can talk without rushing.
A voice message — a real voice feels warmer than text, especially for older relatives.
Flower delivery — a bouquet with a card delivered in the morning makes a lovely surprise.
A group video greeting — collect short wishes from mutual friends and edit them into one video.
Birthday poems for a kuma
Happy birthday, dear friend and kin, Let joy and laughter now begin. You're family by heart and choice — Today the whole house will rejoice!
You stood with us at our child's side, A friend, a guide, our family's pride. May this new year bring you delight And keep your days both warm and bright.
Flowers and a gift for a kuma
A bouquet in soft tones or flowers in a box go well with your wishes, and they are easy to send by courier. Read how to choose flowers for a friend, mother or colleague in our bouquet guide.
Graduated from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Institute of Biology and Medicine (2001). BSc in Biology, MSc in Horticulture. Writes about plants, works at a garden centre selecting and repotting plants, and contributes to plant reference guides.
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