Spoil your closest friends and family with a creative birthday present, picked by our gift-giving experts.
A great birthday gift doesn’t have to be expensive or difficult to find. In fact, we rounded up 20 of the top picks for birthday gift ideas for just about anyone on your list. From birthday gifts for women to gift ideas for friends, kids, and more, this curated list features birthday gift ideas they’re sure to love. And, if you’re still feeling unsure by the end of this, remember that Etsy Gift Cards are always a sure-shot win!
What’s a good birthday gift idea?
The best birthday gifts are inspired by the recipient's hobbies and include custom features, like color options and personalized monograms. These sweet details make a gift feel like it’s been made especially with the birthday honoree in mind. When you shop for birthday gifts on Etsy, you can be certain you’ll discover a one-of-a-kind gift created just for them.
Explore these memorable picks for the best birthday gifts, no matter who you’re shopping for. And, in case you’re in a last-minute rush, send a gift teaser, so they know there’s something special on the way!
1. Monogrammed leather belt bag
SHOP: Leather fanny pack from Leather Art Showroom, from $76
Both fashionable and functional, this leather belt bag is a practical choice that the recipient can use on the daily. Add a custom monogram so it’s styled specifically for them.
2. Tapered ombre candles
SHOP: Ombre dripless taper candles from By Michelle Handmade, from $16 for a pair
Brighten their birthday with these tall tapered candles, featuring a striking ombre pattern that keeps tabletops clean with a dripless design. From jewel-toned colors to versatile neutrals, they radiate elegance, no matter which hues you choose.
3. Personalized charcuterie board
SHOP: Personalized cheese board from Bark and Birch, $49
Mark the special occasion with this olive wood charcuterie board that can be engraved with a name. Meat and cheese have never looked more sophisticated!
4. Custom initial cufflinks
SHOP: Personalized initial cufflinks from Magnolia Men, from $58
When you’re looking for milestone birthday gift ideas to celebrate a new year that ends in zero or one with other personal significance, these custom initial cufflinks are a captivating way to showcase your love and appreciation.
5. Linen dinner napkins
SHOP: Linen dinner napkins from Julie Peach, $30
Featuring a wine bottle design block-printed by hand on mustard-colored linen, these dinner napkins will certainly start the festivities on a high note. Packaged to be gifted, these napkins can also be used as placemats in a pinch!
6. Wooden mushroom plant pick
SHOP: Wood plant pick from Hereafter LA, $9
Perfect for plant lovers with a funny bone, this gift combines their favorite things: nature and laughter. Snag one of these wooden mushroom plant picks featuring punny sayings for some birthday chuckles.
7. ’70s-inspired zodiac patch
SHOP: Zodiac iron-on patch from Local Galaxy, $8
For a gift that shows you truly thought about what makes them unique, reach for a zodiac birthday gift. These embroidered zodiac patches showcase Art Nouveau-inspired designs for each astrological sign.
8. Personalized wooden cookbook
SHOP: Personalized wooden recipe book from Marvinell, from $70
With this custom wooden cookbook, your loved one can conveniently access all their favorite dish ideas, while unleashing their inner chef. Pick from several cover designs and embellish it with their name for a tasteful, tailor-made touch.
9. Personalized neon sweatshirt
SHOP: Neon embroidered sweatshirt from Above All Designs, $36
Bright neon colors add serious statement-making style to this classic crewneck sweatshirt. It gets a dose of playful personality with an embroidered monogram made from whatever thread colors your heart desires.
10. Custom pet portrait
SHOP: Customized dog portrait from Linear Portrait, $15
Pamper pet owners with this memorable masterpiece depicting their favorite four-legged friend. Add the pet's name, pick a background color, and choose a font type to deliver more personalized flair into the minimalist, line art design.
11. Birth flower trinket dish
SHOP: Birth flower ring dish from Lulu and Buni, $21
Make her birthday gift the most memorable one yet with this handmade birth-flower trinket dish. Add an initial to the design for a personalized style.
12. Custom leather pint sleeve
SHOP: Custom leather pint glass cuff from Northwind Supply, $9
This custom leather pint sleeve doubles as a drink marker and adds a firm grip to a pint glass. Choose a favorite color and add metallic foil lettering to stamp a hint of flashy flair onto the design.
13. Custom engraved leather belt
SHOP: Personalized leather name belt from Library by Design, from $161
Whether dreaming of farm pastures or a wild weekend rodeo, this handmade leather belt, fashioned with a custom engraved name, brings western-inspired style to the recipient's regular wardrobe rotation.
14. Wooden desk set
SHOP: Wooden desk set from Esoxia, $59
Both pretty and practical, this handmade desk set includes a pencil pot, a smartphone stand, and a business card holder. The bright color and minimal design will make it an instant hit with your loved ones.
15. Reusable glass straws
SHOP: Glass cocktail straws from Brook Drabot Glass, $17
Make birthday beverages and bubbly libations even more enticing with this pack of reusable glass straws. Better yet, the dishwasher-safe design means low-maintenance cleanup.
16. Birth blossom pendant necklace
SHOP: Birth flower necklace from Nolia Jewelry, from $52
This charming birth blossom pendant necklace stays forever fresh, long after their birthday is over. You also have the option to add additional charms—a great way to include a partner’s or kids’ birthdays to make it even more meaningful.
17. Personalized name bracelet
SHOP: Acrylic name bracelet from Jill Makes, $32
There’s nothing like a custom-made gift to show you care (and planned ahead!). With a hand-stamped acrylic nameplate, braided cord, and colorful tassels, this bracelet will bring a boho aesthetic to your loved one's accessory collection.
18. Vegan soy candle
SHOP: Hazelnut and coffee candle from Paige's Candle Co., from $21
With sumptuous notes of hazelnut, coffee, and vanilla, this candle is much more than just a light source. Think of it as ambiance and serenity all wrapped up in a pretty package. Each candle is crafted from hand-poured vegan soy wax that burns clean and minimizes soot residue.
19. Braided velvet headband
SHOP: Luxe braided velvet headband from Bardot Bow Gallery, $24
Soft, stretchy, and available in a rainbow of rich jewel tones, these braided velvet headbands are a polished-yet-practical present for the fashionista in your life.
20. Zodiac mug
SHOP: Zodiac mugs from Saphronia Handmades, $80
There’s no horoscope needed to know that these zodiac sign mugs will bring out-of-this-world style to the recipeint's morning routine.
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How do we pick the best birthday gifts?
While researching and curating shopping guides for some of the best-loved items on Etsy, Etsy Journal editors and contributors thoughtfully consider the creativity, customization, and craftsmanship that go into each product. We also consider buyer reviews, item ratings, and customer service, and we tap the expertise of our in-house merchandising and trends experts to uncover high-quality finds for every budget. You can find more information about each item in the seller’s listing details and can take a look at their individual shop policies and reviews, too.
