60 Best Birthday Messages and Wishes for Your Favorite Cousins

Last Updated on March 6, 2024

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You may not think much about it, but growing up, you probably had a favorite cousin (or two). In fact, maybe you still hang out with them to this day.

Relationships with our cousins can be quite complex. On one hand, they’re family. But on the other, they’re distant enough not to share the same house – or even the same neighborhood – as us. Thus, seeing them during those family functions make it all the more sweeter.

However, you can also be unattached to them. At least at first! The more you spend time with them though, the more you find out that their presence is just as fun and relaxing.

Who Are Your Cousins?

If you’re someone with a huge family, keeping track of everyone can be challenging! There’s your parents and grandparents, of course; followed by siblings, your aunts and uncles; then come your cousins. But which is which? You’ve likely heard your Nana say terms like ‘cousin twice removed’ or ‘your half-cousin Jerry’. When it comes to cousins, how do you tell them apart?

Basically, your cousins are children of your parent’s sibling. So if you have an aunt or uncle, and they have kids, they would be your first cousins. Once you have children of your own, and so do your cousins, their kids and yours would then be second cousins. First and second cousins share one set of grandparents.

What about ‘cousins once or twice removed’? It simply means that person is not in the same generation as the relative in question. For example: you and your uncle’s son are first cousins; but if he had a kid, he would be your first cousin once removed (because you and him are one generation apart). In essence, first, second, third, fourth (and so on…) cousins are always in the same generation.

What Makes Cousins Special

Families come in various sizes and temperaments. You may not always agree with your parents. Or maybe you feel distant from your siblings. Or – perhaps you’re an only child and have no one but your aunts and uncles (whom you can’t relate to at times).

Cousins can be the closest replacements to our brothers and sisters. In some cases, they may even be closer. When your bestfriend bails on you or your sister is too busy to hang out, you know you can count on your cousin to make the day better. The fact that they’re family, yet distant enough so they don’t get on your nerves, is probably one of their best traits.

Moving to another city or country? Check if you have a cousin who will let you spend the night. One of the perks of cousins is that they usually don’t live in the same place as you. They could be spread out across the globe, especially if your parents had tons of siblings. Imagine how many cousins you haven’t met yet!

Unlike friends, who can sometimes judge you because of your background or culture, you know your cousins will always understand why you do the things you do. That’s because they’ve been around you since childhood. You can thank the countless sleepovers and family gatherings for that.

Missing your favorite cousins? Reconnect with them on their special day by sending them these thoughtful birthday wishes.

Birthday Wishes for Cousins

Funny Birthday Wishes for Cousins

Happy Birthday To My Beautiful Cousins

Happy Birthday Cousin Quotes

Posted by:Igor Ovsyannnykov

Igor is an SEO specialist, designer, photographer, writer and music producer. He believes that knowledge can change the world and be used to inspire and empower young people to build the life of their dreams. When he is not writing in his favorite coffee shop, Igor spends most of his time reading books, taking photos, producing house music, and learning about cinematography. He is a sucker for good coffee, Indian food, and video games.

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