80+ Father's Day Wishes & Quotes

Fathers are the foundation of any family. They are our pillars of strength, and they help shape our future with their constant support. 

But we often have trouble finding the right ways to express our love and gratitude to our fathers. One way to find the right words is throughFather’s Day quotes. That's why we’ve created a list ofhappy Father's Day wishes and quotes to send to your dad this Father’s Day, and show him how much he really means to you. You can craft your own Father’s Day card for him with Skillmatics’ magical and mess-free Foil Fun Greeting Cards Set, or create the perfect DIY gift with the Ultimate Art & Craft Chest to make his day more special.

Read more to show your dad just how much he means to you with these unique 80+ Father’s Day quotes:

Father's Day Quotes From Kids

Here are some heartfelt Father's Day quotes from kids for your little one to show their love for dad.

1. "The power of a dad in a child’s life is unmatched." — Justin Ricklefs.
2. “Any man can be a father, but it takes someone special to be a dad.” – Anne Geddes.
3. “A dad is someone you look up to no matter how tall you grow.” – Unknown
4. “A father doesn’t tell you that he loves you. He shows you.” – Dimitri the Stoneheart
5. “Dads are most ordinary men turned by love into heroes, adventurers, storytellers, and singers of song.” – Pam Brown
6. “My dad is my compass—he’s guided me with love, strength, and humour.” – Unknown
7. “Some people don’t believe in heroes, but they haven’t met my dad.” – Unknown
8. “My father didn’t do anything unusual. He only did what dads are supposed to do—be there.” — Max Lucado
9. “A father carries pictures where his money used to be.” — Steve Martin
10. “It doesn’t matter who my father was; it matters who I remember he was.”

— Anne Sexton

Whether it’s through a shared story, a quiet moment, or a hearty laugh, these quotes are great to make Father’s Day extra special — words are just a small way of saying thank you for everything your dads do.

Heartfelt Father's Day Quotes

Here are some heartfelt Father’s Day wishesfor your dad to feel the love and appreciation:

1. “The power of a dad in a child’s life is unmatched.” - Justin Ricklefs
2. “It is a wise father that knows his own child.” - William Shakespeare
3. “When my father didn’t have my hand, he had my back.” - Linda Poindexter
4. “The greatest mark of a father is how he treats his children when no one is looking.” - Dan Pearce
5. “Fatherhood is the greatest thing that could ever happen. You can’t explain it until it happens; it’s like telling somebody what water feels like before they’ve ever swum in it.” - Michael Bublé.
6. “A girl’s first true love is her father.” - Marisol Santiago




7. “A father’s smile has been known to light up a child’s entire day.” - Susan Gale
8. “A father’s words are like a thermostat that sets the temperature in the house.” - Paul Lewis
9. “Fathers just have a way of putting everything together.” - Erika Cosby
10. “To her, the name of father was another name for love.” - Fanny Fern




11. “A man knows when he is growing old because he begins to look like his father.” - Gabriel Garcia Marquez
12. “The older I get, the smarter my father seems to get.” - Tim Russert
13. “My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person: he believed in me.” - Jim Valvano
14. “My father didn’t tell me how to live. He lived and let me watch him do it.” - Clarence Budington Kelland
15. “A father is a man who expects his son to be as good a man as he meant to be.” - Frank A. Clark

Father's Day Quotes from Daughters

Still thinking of a good message for Father's Day? We hope the father’s day quotes from daughters below can help inspire you:

1. “Confident women are raised by loving dads.” - Nitya Prakash




2. "I've said it before, but it's absolutely true: My mother gave me my drive, but my father gave me my dreams. Thanks to him, I could see a future." - Liza Minnelli.
3. “A girl’s first true love is her father.” - Marisol Santiago
4. "I talk and talk and talk, and I haven't taught people in 50 years what my father taught by example in one week." - Maria Cuomo Cole
5. "My dad's my best mate, and he always will be." - Cher Lloyd
6. “When my father didn’t have my hand, he had my back.” - Linda Poindexter
   
   
7. "Sometimes the poorest man leaves his children the richest inheritance." - Ruth E. Renkel.
8. “My dad and I. Always together. Our little team of two. Proud coach and star student.” - Taylor Jenkins Reid
9. “[My father] has always provided me a safe place to land and a hard place from which to launch.” - Chelsea Clinton
10. “Being a daddy’s girl is like having permanent armour for the rest of your life.” - Marinela Reka.




11. “He is a gentleman, and I am a gentleman’s daughter. So far we are equal.” - Jane Austin. 

With this curated list of the best Father's Day wishes, we hope this can be a day to remember with our insightful Father's Day captions from you to him!

Father's Day Quotes from Son

If your son’s looking for a good message for Father's Day, we’ve got you covered as well! Here are some of the best Father’s Day quotes to help them craft the perfect message: 

1. “Becoming a dad is one thing—being a dad is many things.” - Steve Chapman
2. “Life doesn’t come with an instruction book—that’s why we have fathers.” - Jackson Browne




3. “Forget Batman: When I really thought about what I wanted to be when I grew up, I wanted to be my dad.” - Paul Asay
4. My father didn’t tell me how to live. He lived, and let me watch him do it.” - Clarence Budington Kelland
5. “I cannot think of any need in childhood as strong as the need for a father’s protection.” - Sigmund Freud
6. “No man stands taller than when he stoops to help a child.” - Abraham Lincoln
7. “A father is the one friend upon whom we can always rely.” - Emile Gaboriau




8. “Fathering is not something perfect men do, but something that perfects the man.” - Frank Pittman
9. “Daddies don’t just love their children every now and then, it’s a love without end.” - George Strait
10. “The greatest mark of a father is how he treats his children when no one is looking.” - Dan Pearce
11. “A father is a man who expects his son to be as good a man as he meant to be.” - Frank A. Clark
12. “One father is more than a hundred schoolmasters.” - George Herbert
13. “A good father is one of the most unsung, unpraised, unnoticed, and yet one of the most valuable assets in our society.” - Billy Graham.

Were these Father's Day captions helpful? We hope you can strengthen the bond with these Father's Day quotes from your son!

Father's Day Captions From a Wife to Her Husband

If you’re a wife looking to send happyFather's Day wishes to her husband, we’ve got the perfect list of quotes below for you to share your Father's Day wishes: 

1. “The greatest thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother.” - Anjaneth Garcia Untalan




2. "We earned each other." - Kristen Bell
3. "I could have never imagined a better daddy for my babies. You were made to do many things in life, but you were absolutely made to be a dad. We love you, we love you!" - Chrissy Teigen 
4. “A man’s worth is measured by how he parents his children. What he gives them, what he keeps away from them, the lessons he teaches and the lessons he allows them to learn on their own.” - Lisa Rogers
5. "There’s this guy who lives at our house. He’s handsome and funny and smart and kind and practically a superhero. My children call him Dad." - Unknown 
6. "Why don't kids understand that their nap is not for them, it's for us?" - Alyson Hannigan




7. "Having a baby is just living in the constant unexpected. You never know when you’re gonna get crapped on or when you’re gonna get a big smile or when that smile immediately turns to Hysterics.” - Blake Lively 
8. “Morning Without You Is A Dwindled Dawn.” - Emily Dickinson

Did You Find Your Favourite Happy Father's Day Caption In This List? 

We hope these Father's Day wishes to your husbands have inspired you to convey your love for them in the best way possible! 

Funny Father’s Day Quotes

Here are some light-hearted Father’s Day quotes from kids that can keep it light and jolly.

1. "Dad, you're someone I look up to… no matter how tall I grow or how loud you snore."
2. "Happy Father’s Day! Thanks for your genes that gave me this incredible sense of humor."
3. "You taught me everything I know — except how to stop making dad jokes."
4. "Behind every great kid is a dad who’s pretty sure he’s doing it all wrong."
5. "Thanks for always saying yes when Mom said no. You’re the real MVP!"
6. "You're the best dad I could’ve asked for… unless we're talking about Wi-Fi passwords and tech support."
7. "You deserve a medal for putting up with me — but here’s a card instead!"
8. "I love how we don’t have to say it out loud that I’m your favourite child."
9. "Dad, you’ve always been like a father to me!" 
10. "Happy Father’s Day! I turned out awesome, so you obviously did something right."

We hope these quotes put a smile on your father’s face. Keep reading for more such quotes.

Fathers Day Wishes For New Dads

Here are some heartfelt Father’s Day quotes from kids that perfectly capture the special bond they share with their dads.

1. Happy Father’s Day to the best father ever! Your love, strength, and guidance mean the world to me.
2. Papa, thank you for being my hero, my role model, and my biggest supporter. I’m so lucky to have you.
3. Wishing you a Father’s Day filled with love, laughter, and your favourite things! You deserve it all and more.
4. You may not wear a cape, but you're definitely my superhero. Happy Father’s Day, Dad!
5. Thanks for being the dad who always says yes to one more story and one more hug. I love you!
6. Happy Father’s Day! Your wisdom and kindness have shaped me in more ways than you’ll ever know.
7. To the world, you’re a dad. To me, you’re my world. Wishing you the happiest Father’s Day!
8. No matter how tall I grow, I’ll always look up to you. Happy Father’s Day, Papa!
9. Your love is the foundation of my strength and courage. Thank you, Dad. Happy Father’s Day!
10. Forever grateful for your quiet strength, your patient heart, and your endless love. Happy Father’s Day!

We hope these quotes help you find just the right words to celebrate your amazing dad this Father’s Day. Which one was your favourite?

Father’s Day Quotes for Grandpa

Here are 10 thoughtful Father’s Day quotes for Grandpa, perfect for honoring his love, wisdom, and important role in the family:

1. "Grandpa, you’re like a dad with extra love, extra hugs, and extra cookies."
2. "A grandfather is someone with silver in his hair and gold in his heart."
3. "Grandpas hold our tiny hands for just a while… but our hearts forever."
4. "You’ve always been my role model and my warmest hug. Happy Father’s Day, Grandpa!"
5. "The only thing better than having you as my grandpa is my kids having you as their great-grandpa."
6. "Thank you for your stories, your wisdom, and your warm smile — Happy Father’s Day!"
7. "You're more than just a grandfather. You're a storyteller, a teacher, and a true friend."
8. "Grandpa, your love has shaped me in ways you’ll never fully understand."
9. "Happy Father’s Day to the man who taught my dad how to be amazing."
10. "To my wonderful Grandpa: You’ve always been my gentle guide and biggest supporter."

These quotes are a small tribute to the important role that grandpas play in our lives — today and every day, we celebrate their love, wisdom, and endless warmth

Conclusion

Father’s Day is a heartfelt reminder to celebrate the love, strength, and guidance dads give us every day. A few words can say so much, so make sure he hears them today. 

With the above list of Father’s Day quotes, you can show your dad how much you love him not just today, but every day. Happy Father's Day wishesare a great way to inspire your feelings of appreciation and gratitude for your dear dad, and you can never fall short of Father's Day wishes for him! 

FAQs

Can you suggest Father's Day quotes from daughters?

Yes, we have created a list above specifically for father’s day quotes from loving daughters to their dads!

What are some unique Father's Day Instagram captions?

Quotes and wishes work really well for unique Father’s Day Instagram captions! You can choose any quote you like from the lists above to share a heartfelt post expressing your love for your dad. 

How can I make my Father's Day message memorable?

You can derive inspiration from the quotes above and craft a more personal message for your dad on Father’s Day, referencing special shared memories of your time together! We know he’ll love it!

What is the best line for Father's Day?

One of the best heartfelt lines for Father’s Day could be, "Dad, you’re my first hero, my lifelong role model, and my forever friend. Happy Father’s Day!"

What does a father's love for his child mean?

A father’s love is the foundation of a child’s courage, character, and dreams.

What are the best father and child quotes?

At Skillmatics, we’ve created a list of Happy Father's Day wishes and quotes to send to your dad this father’s day, and show him how much he really means to you.