Turning 16 is a major milestone that's definitely worthy of special parental recognition. If you want to shine a spotlight and some much-deserved love on your child who is celebrating their sweet 16, the captions provided here are great ways to do just that.
Funny 16th Birthday Captions for Instagram
Looking for a lighthearted social media caption in honor of your child's 16th birthday? Greet your kiddo's sweet 16 in a witty way with these fun sayings.
- 1.6 decades and counting! #16
- 16 years in the making. #sweet16
- Celebratin' 192 months on earth. #sweet16
- Guess who's legal to drive now? #16thbirthday
- Look out world, my kiddo is #16. #proudparent
- Happy two years from adulthood! Enjoy the ride. #16
- Welcome to the first of your last four years of being a teenager! Have a super-sweet 16.
Thoughtful 16th Birthday Captions From Parents
Are you the parent of a brand new 16-year-old? Let your child know how excited you are for them to reach this milestone in life with one of the captions below.
- Shine on, #sweet16.
- Welcome to 16, my incredible child. #proudparent
- Shine your light into the world, my sweet 16-year-old.
- Happy 16th anniversary of my most #proudparent moment.
- Happy 16th birthday to the best offspring in the whole wide world.
- I hope you are as happy on your 16th birthday as I was the day you were born.
- May 16 candles light the way to kick off a year filled with love on your special day.
- These 16 trips around the sun with you have been one incredible ride. Happy birthday.
- 16 years have gone by so fast - make the most of this year and create memories that last!
- In my heart, I can still carry you in my arms. Happy 16th birthday to the most incredible child.
Sweet 16th Birthday Captions for Girls
Looking for a special way to caption a sweet 16 photo of your daughter? Strike just the right tone with these captions.
- The princess is #16.
- She put the sweet in #sweet16
- Celebrating my teenage queen!
- You'll always be my baby girl. #16
- Hello world, meet my sweet 16 baby girl!
- Okay baby girl, it's your time to drive! #16
- The queen of my heart is 16 today. #girlmom
- My special girl is on her way to becoming Wonder Woman. #16thbirthday
- The best daughter in the world is growing into an incredible woman. Happy 16th from your proud parents.
You might also want to consider adapting some quotes for teen girls into the perfect sentiment for your daughter.
Special 16th Birthday Captions for Boys
Want a birthday caption for your son who has just reached 16? Explore the captions below for just the right thing to say.
- You're the king of 16.
- You'll always be my baby boy. #16
- Happy 16th birthday to my amazing son.
- Now it's time for him to drive; I'll sit back and enjoy the ride. #16
- You'll always be the prince of my heart. Happy 16th birthday, son. #boymom
- I couldn't be more proud of the young man you have become. Happy #16th birthday.
- Happy birthday to my favorite 16-year-old son. May your birthday be filled with love and fun.
- From a lovely little boy to an adventurous 16, I can't wait to get to know the man you're growing to be.
- As you've grown from newborn baby to fine young man, I've always been your greatest fan. Happy 16th.
Celebrate Your 16 Year in Style
This collection of 16th birthday captions provides parents with a variety of ways to add birthday greetings to photos of their kids (young adults, really) on their special day. Whichever messages you choose, your thoughtful gesture is sure to help make your child's special day a super and sweet birthday to remember.