30 ＋Best Father’s Day Quotes for Dad 2023

Want to fill a Father's Day card or Instagram caption with some touching message? If so, check out the emotional quotes for Father’s Day below to see what to add when making Father’s Day cards.

“‘Daddy,’ I whispered, feeling my own breath hitch in my throat. ‘I love you.’ Just when I was sure he was asleep, the one corner of his mouth lifted in a smile. ‘I knew that,’ he murmured. ‘Always knew that.’”- Morgan Matson

“Any man can be a father, but it takes someone special to be a dad.”-

Anne Geddes

"Good fathers do three things: they provide, they nurture, and they guide." - Roland Warren

“Dear Daddy, no matter where I go in life, you'll always be my number one man.”- Michael Ratnadeepak

"I love my father as the stars — he's a bright shining example and a happy twinkling in my heart." - Terri Guillemets

Simplify your expression of gratitude to your dad while conveying the depth of your feelings for him. We have gathered a compilation of short and heartfelt Father’s Day quotes to express your appreciation for your best dad.

“Dad: A son’s first hero, a daughter’s first love.” —Unknown

“A girl’s first true love is her father.” —Marisol Santiago

“The older I get, the smarter my father seems to get.” —Tim Russert

“When my father didn’t have my hand, he had my back.” —Linda Poindexter

“For every dream that has taken flight, there’s a father who believed.” – Jennifer Fujita

"One father is more than a hundred schoolmasters." – George Herbert

For dads with a great sense of humor and a penchant for the unconventional, consider giving them cards and Father's Day presents that will tickle their funny bone. Delight your dad with a humorous Father's Day message by selecting one of the funny Father’s Day quotes provided below. These quotes playfully jest about the unique bond between fathers and children, celebrating the joys and challenges of parenting throughout the years.

"Dad, you've always been the king of one-liners. Thanks for keeping us laughing!" – Unknown

"My daughter got me a 'World's Best Dad' mug. So we know she's sarcastic." – Bob Odenkirk

“Being a great father is like shaving. No matter how good you shaved today, you have to do it again tomorrow.” – Reed Markham

"The older I get the smarter my father seems to get." – Tim Russert

“A father carries pictures where his money used to be.” – Steve Martin

"Dad, thanks for teaching me that laughter is the best medicine...unless you have a broken rib." - Justin Ricklefs

Daughters are the most caring little coats of fathers, always warm the heart of the father at all times. Choose one of the Father’s Day quotes from daughters below and tell your best dad how much you love him.

"No matter how old I grow, I'll always be your little girl. I love you, Dad! Happy Father’s Day." - Fanny Fern

“Being a daddy’s girl is like having permanent armor for the rest of your life.” — Marinela Reka

"Dad, you're the first man I ever loved, and you'll always hold a special place in my heart." – Unknown

"Dad, you've always been my first love. I'm grateful to have you as my guiding light." - John Sinor

"A daughter's first love is her father. Thank you for being my forever hero." – Unknown

For boys, dads will always be our heroes. Convey that to him with one of these caring Father’s Day quotes and greetings from sons to make him feel like the best Dad ever.

"Lately all my friends are worried they're turning into their fathers. I'm worried I'm not." – Dan Zevin

“No love is greater than that of a father for his son.” – Dan Brown

"No matter how old I become, I'll always need your guidance and love. Happy Father's Day, Dad!" – Unknown

"A son's first hero is his father. Dad, you're my inspiration and my guiding star." - Wade Boggs

“Every father should remember that one day his son will follow his example rather than his advice.” – Charles F. Kettering

Tell your husband how much you appreciate his love for you and your children with one of these heartfelt Father’s Day quotes. Use them as Father’s Day wishes to write in your gifts for him, thanking them for what they do for your family, how much you appreciate them, and what a great dad they are!

“Nothing has brought me more peace and content in life than simply being a good husband and father.” —Frank Abagnale

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

“The only thing better than having you for a husband is our children having you for a daddy.” —Unknown

“Morning without you is a dwindled dawn.” —Emily Dickinson

“I always thought you’d make a great dad. Now, I know it. Happy Father’s Day to an amazing husband.” —Unknown