The Best Dating Jokes: 90 Puns, Knock Knock Jokes & One-Liners

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Dating coaches share tips on using humor to woo your date

Co-authored by Dan Hickey Reviewed by John Keegan

Last Updated: October 29, 2025 Fact Checked

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Dad Jokes for First Dates

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The dating process can be ridiculous, even hilarious. So, why not have a laugh? Knowing how to tell a good joke, no matter how cheesy, can put a smile on almost anyone’s face. From corny pick-up lines to punny knock-knock jokes, keep reading to learn the funniest dating jokes sure to get a laugh (or at least a cheeky grin)! We’ve even got tips from professional dating and comedy coaches to help you deliver your jokes and impress your date.

What are some good dating jokes to tell?

Dating coach John Keegan advises starting with some soft and subtle jokes to see how your date responds to them before you amp things up. Here are some funny dating jokes to test the waters:

What do you call two birds in love? Tweet-hearts.
How is dating like algebra? You look at your X and wonder Y.
Do you believe in love at first sight, or should I walk by again?
The last time I was someone’s type, I was donating blood.
I tell dad jokes, but I don’t have any kids. I’m a faux pa.

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Short & Funny Dating Jokes

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Show off your witty sense of humor with a quick and casual dating joke. “Everyone has their own sense of humor, and when you’re getting to know someone, you want to feel them out,” explains Keegan. “When you're putting your humor out there, start soft, but start subtle and see how the person responds to it. And if they're responding well to it and they're laughing, you can amp it up.”^{[1]
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Expert Interview} Here are some short and hilarious jokes to test the waters:
- What do you call two birds in love? Tweet-hearts.
- Why do painters always fall for their models? Because they love them with all of their art.^{[2]
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- Do you know what my shirt is made of? Boyfriend/girlfriend material.
- What happened to the two vampires who went on their first date? It was love at first bite!
- What did one boat say to the other boat? Are you interested in a little row-mance?
- What did the patient with the broken leg say to their doctor? Hey doc, I have a crutch on you.
- Never laugh at your significant other's choices because you happen to be one of them.
- What did one volcano say to the other volcano? “I lava you.”
- I want to spend the rest of my life trying to get out of debt with you.
- What did the astronaut's crush say when he asked her out in outer space? “I can't breathe!”
- Did you hear about the porcupine who was near-sighted? He fell in love with a pincushion.
- Why are you like dentures? Because I can’t smile without you.
- What did the squirrel say to her partner? “I’m nuts about you!”
- How is dating like algebra? You look at your X and wonder Y.
- I’m no doctor, but it looks like you have a lack of Vitamin Me.
- Why did the banker break up with his partner? She was losing interest.
- What did the snake ask his girlfriend? Give me a little hiss.
- What did the magnet say to the fridge? You’re so attractive.
Meet the wikiHow Experts

John Keegan is a dating coach and motivational speaker with over 15 years of experience helping people find love.

Laura Bilotta is a dating coach and matchmaker with over 21 years of experience helping singles date more intentionally.

Manuel Garavito is a stand-up comedian and comedy coach who helps his clients build their unique comedy style, grow their confidence, and even create comedy content online.

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Puns & Knock-Knock Jokes about Dating

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Find pun-believable success in the dating world with these corny jokes. Are puns and knock-knock jokes the pinnacle of comedy? Maybe not. But can they endear you to a special someone you’ve got your eye on? Absolutely! Whether you’re trying to make a good impression on a crush, want to break the ice on a date, or just love jokes about love and relationships, these are for you:
- Knock, knock.
  Who’s there?
  Orange.
  Orange who?
  Orange you going to kiss me?
- How did the telephone propose to its girlfriend? It gave her a ring.
- What does a ghost call their partner? A ghoul friend.
- Knock, knock.
  Who’s there?
  Axe.
  Axe who?
  May I axe you on a date?^{[3]
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- What did one watermelon say to the other? You’re one in a mel-e-on.
- Knock, knock.
  Who’s there?
  Aheard.
  Aheard who?
  Aheard you love a good knock-knock joke.
- Knock, knock.
  Who’s there?
  Reindeer.
  Reindeer who?
  I’ll kiss you in the rein, deer.
- Why did the lion break up with his girlfriend? Because she was a cheetah.
- Where did the cows go on a date? To the moooovies.
- Knock, knock.
  Who’s there?
  Pauline.
  Pauline, who?
  I think I’m Pauline in love with you.
- Knock, knock.
  Who’s there?
  Muffin.
  Muffin who?
  Muffin in this world is sweeter than you.
- Knock, knock.
  Who’s there?
  Wendy.
  Wendy who?
  Wendy you think we can go on a date?
- Knock, knock.
  Who’s there?
  Wire.
  Wire who?
  Wire you still not in my phone’s contacts?
- Do you believe in love at first sight, or should I walk by again?
- You must be a parking ticket because you’ve got “Fine” written all over you.
- Knock, knock.
  Who’s there?
  Lettuce.
  Lettuce who?
  Lettuce go out on a date!^{[4]
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- Knock, knock.
  Who’s there?
  Dozen.
  Dozen who?
  Dozen anybody want to go out with me?
- Do you like science? Because I’ve got my ion you.

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One-Liner Dating Jokes

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Drop a flirty one-liner into the conversation to sound effortlessly funny. A good one-liner is a great chance to show off your conversational humor, whether you love making puns or sprinkling some self-deprecating jokes into the mix. Check out this list to find the perfect zinger to make your date laugh and blush:
- Not to brag, but I have a date for Valentine’s Day: February 14th.
- Did you hear about the notebook that married the pencil? She finally found Mr. Write.
- I’ve been on 3 dates with someone who works at a zoo. I think they’re a keeper.
- I was told never to date a tennis player because love means nothing to them.
- Never date an apostrophe. They can be possessive.
- My girlfriend dated a clown right before she met me. I’ve got some big shoes to fill.
- I’m like a broken pencil—pointless without someone to flirt with.
- I tried dating a cougar once. Turned out she was a cheetah.
- In my 20s, I lived in a houseboat and started dating the girl next door. Eventually, we drifted apart…
- I’ve decided to launch a brand new dating app exclusively for paleontologists. I call it “Carbon Dating.”
- I was dating a religious girl, but it didn’t work out. I saw on her phone that she was meeting some other guy named John at 3:16, so I said, “I’m out.”
- I just found out I’m dating a Communist. Guess I should’ve noticed the red flags earlier.
- I used to run a dating service for chickens, but I was struggling to make hens meet.
- I’ve just started dating an anesthesiologist. He’s a real knock-out.
- I’m dating a Zumba instructor, and things are really working out!
- After kissing a girl on her sofa, she said, “Let’s take this upstairs.” “Okay,” I said. “You grab one end and I’ll grab the other.”
- A furniture store keeps calling me, but all I wanted was one night stand
- The last time I was someone’s type, I was donating blood.

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Dad Jokes to Tell on a First Date

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Sling a few cheesy dad jokes to break the ice on a date. “Joking around can be a fun and lighthearted way to build rapport and show that you’re interested in getting to know someone better,” explains dating coach Laura Bilotta. “The best way to joke around is to be true to yourself and your personality. Don't try to force a joke or a witty comment if it doesn't come naturally to you. Instead, focus on being authentic and playful in your interactions.”^{[5]
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- I hope you’re not lactose intolerant because I have some cheesy jokes.
- Are you a fruit? Because you’re a fine-apple!^{[6]
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- Do you like coffee? Because I like you a latte!
- Are you a keyboard? Because you’re just my type.
- Do you like science? Because we’ve got great chemistry.
- Is your name Bluetooth? Because I’m picking up your signal.
- Do you like math? Because you’re the only ten I see.
- I tell dad jokes, but I don’t have any kids. I’m a faux pa.
- Know what’s on the menu? Me ‘n’ u.
- I’m reading a book about anti-gravity. It’s impossible to put down—just like my feelings when I’m with you.
- Do you like raisins? How about a date with a raisinable person like me?
- Why did zero start dating? To find the one.
- Is your last name Campbell? Because you’re “mm mm good!”
- Do you like Nintendo? Because Wii sure would look good together!
- You had me at “hi,” but you really won me over with your tolerance for terrible humor.
- My heart must be a dad joke—because you keep groaning every time I bring it up.
- My date asked if I believed in love at first sight. I said, “Nah, I fall for people after they hear my jokes.”

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Funny Pick-Up Lines

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Try out a witty (but groan-worthy) pick-up line to land a date. When it comes to pick-up lines, “Some people do enjoy a good dad joke or knock-knock joke,” comedy coach Manuel Garavito says. “If your line lands, just lean into it: ‘Wow, I can’t believe that worked!’ That becomes the segue into a fun conversation,” he adds. Just remember that a corny pick-up line might not be everyone’s cup of tea: “They usually come off as trying too hard,” Garavito explains.^{[7]
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- Are you made of copper and tellurium? Because you’re CuTe.^{[8]
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- We may not be socks, but I know we’d make a great pair.
- Let’s commit the perfect crime together. I’ll steal your heart, and you can steal mine.{endbold}
- Are you a florist? Because ever since I met you, my life has been rosy.
- Have you been to the doctor lately? I think you’re lacking some Vitamin Me.
- I’m learning about important dates in history. Wanna go on one?
- If you were a vegetable, you’d be a cute-cumber.
- Are you a bank loan? Because you have my interest.
- Do you have the time? I’d check my watch, but I can’t take my eyes off you.
- Do you like bagels? Because you’re bae goals.^{[9]
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- Roses are red. Violets are blue. I’m bad at poems. Dinner for two?
- Are you Australian? Because you meet all of my koala-fications.
- Do you have a Band-Aid? I scraped my knee falling for you.^{[10]
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- Excuse me, I think you owe me a drink. When I saw you, I dropped mine.
- If I could rearrange the alphabet, I’d put U and I together.
- Hey, will you grab my arm so I can tell my friends I’ve been touched by an angel?
- Hi, I just wanted to thank you for the gift. I've been wearing this smile since you gave it to me.
- Is your name Wi-Fi? Because I’m feeling a connection.

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What are your favorite flirty knock knock jokes?

Manny Garavito
Comedian

I’ve coached groups of men trying to get better at dating, and personally, I think pickup lines usually come off as trying too hard. Humor works best when it’s natural—like something you notice in the moment or something she said that you build on. For example, I find that asking a question is effective—it gets the other person talking, and then you can riff off their response.

That said, some people do enjoy a good dad joke or knock-knock joke. If your line lands, just lean into it, and say something like: “Wow, I can’t believe that worked!” That becomes the segue into a fun, flirty conversation.

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