Ranking the Myers-Briggs Personality Types by Who Is Most Likely to Cry at a Wedding

Some people bring tissues to a wedding; others bring… stoic vibes and a deep sense of emotional repression. If you’re a  personality enthusiast, you’ve probably wondered, who is most likely to ugly cry in the front pew? Wonder no more. We’ve ranked all 16 personality types based on their likelihood of letting a single, or many, tear(s) slip during the big "I do" moment.

Are you the type to sob openly, delicately dab at your eyes or just admire the centerpieces in awkward silence? Read on to find out where you—or, better yet, your entire wedding party—might fall on this crying spectrum.

1. ESFJ: All-Out Waterworks Every Time

If there's anyone you can count on to bawl like their favorite soap opera finale just ended, it's the ESFJ. These nurturing, people-oriented types live for emotional moments, and a wedding? That’s an emotional jackpot. Between the heartfelt vows, the proud parents and the romantic first dance, ESFJs won’t just shed a few tears—they’ll sob, sniff and whisper, “This is just so beautiful!” They’re not just crying about the couple; they’re projecting every love story they’ve dreamed of onto the moment, and we love them for it.

2. INFP: Romantic Tears of Pure Emotion

INFPs cry because weddings hit them in their romantic idealism. They’re imagining the love story between the couple (“soulmates!”) and possibly comparing it to their fictional OTP relationships (“it's just like in The Notebook!”). The vows, the emotional toasts, the couple gazing lovingly at each other—it’s almost overwhelming for these dreamy types. INFPs don’t care about the details of the flowers or menu; they’re there for the love. And yes, they’ll cry while journaling about it later that night too.

3. ENFJ: Emotional Empaths On Overdrive

ENFJs are often so tuned into the emotional states of others that crying at a wedding is almost unavoidable. The bride’s mom is crying? Tears. The best man is tearing up mid-toast? More tears. They’ll cry because it’s meaningful, connected and intimate—but also because people around them are crying, like some kind of emotional flashmob. Their superpower is their ability to mirror emotions so perfectly that they could probably get hired to cry at events professionally. And if an ENFJ’s close to the couple, bring extra tissues.

4. ISFJ: Sentimental Tears of Joy

Weddings are packed with traditions, and ISFJs are tradition junkies. But what really gets them at a wedding is loyalty and love—those lifelong commitments, generational connections and tear-filled toasts that honor family bonds. ISFJs may be quieter criers, dabbing at their tears and trying to avoid “making a scene,” but that just makes the moment more heartwarming. You can always spot the ISFJ in the crowd—just follow the trail of gently used tissues, still being clutched long after bouquet toss time. 

5. INFJ: Internal Cry, Maybe External Too

INFJs might seem private and calm, but don’t be fooled—they’re feeling everything. Weddings tug at their complex emotional cores, especially heartfelt speeches or nods to deeper, universal themes about love, devotion and sacrifice. Their tears are thoughtful, not showy. They’re dissecting every emotional word or moment, storing it for introspective analysis later. Expect to find snippets of the best man's speech in their soon-to-be-published poetry anthology.

6. ENFP: Wildcard, Definitely Crying at Something

ENFPs are unpredictable when it comes to tears—they might stay dry during vows but lose it when the flower girl stumbles adorably. They’re easily moved, and weddings create an absolute overload of “aww” moments. ENFPs will cry out of love, joy or when a really soulful Adele song hits during the first dance. They’re the kind of person who tears up when they realize the cake has layers, both literally and metaphorically. Anything could set them off... and probably will.

7. ESFP: Happy Tears, Loud and Proud

ESFPs are life-of-the-party types, but don’t underestimate their big romantic hearts. They’ll cry out of sheer happiness for the couple, and possibly because the father-daughter dance hit them in all the feels. Bonus points if the cake tastes great—they’re here for the joy and the spectacle, including a second round of wildly improvised speeches after the bar closes.

8. ISFP: Silent But Sobbing

ISFPs are lowkey criers. They’ll sit quietly in the back, wiping away tears as the ceremony unfolds and the couple exchanges heartfelt glances. They might cry at the vows, at the music or simply because it’s all so beautifully curated. They won’t draw attention to themselves, but don’t be fooled; the tears are absolutely there being gently dabbed away as they quietly "rescue" a couple of champagne flutes for their sentimental value.

9. ENTP: Tears, If There's an Emotional Twist

ENTPs are usually too busy cracking jokes or rolling their eyes at the idiocy of spending $50,000 on a single day to cry. But when the ceremony takes a surprising turn, they’ll get caught up in that emotional moment. The groom serenades the bride? The flower girl gives an impromptu speech?  The couple re-enacts the dance from "Dirty Dancing"? Watch for the ENTP’s single tear, followed by a dismissive “Oh my god, this is ridiculous.” But they’ll stay glued to their seat until it’s over.

10. INTP: Maybe One Single Tear

INTPs are emotionally reserved, and weddings don’t usually pull at their heartstrings. Still, if the vows are particularly well-written or the speeches venture into philosophical territory about love and humanity, an INTP just might get teary-eyed. Think of it as their version of saying “I deeply resonate with this moment.” Which they will then logic their way out of with spicy dark humor and a beer. 

11. ESTJ: Crying Is Rare, But Possible

ESTJs are practical, no-nonsense types, which means public crying? Not really their thing. But deep down, they care about family and responsibility, so moments like a proud parent’s speech might get them choked up. Of course, if they do cry, it'll be a single, heroic tear that they’ll discreetly wipe away while pretending there was dust in the room. Or they might just excuse themselves to go "check on the catering staff" for a few minutes. 

12. ESTP: Might Tear Up (But They Won’t Admit It)

ESTPs aren’t natural criers, especially at weddings; they’re more focused on the fun, social aspect of the day. If there’s a party, you can bet an ESTP is mingling, cracking jokes and probably sneaking a taste of the cake before it’s even been served. However, don’t be fooled by their cool and carefree exterior—if there’s a moment so epically romantic it could’ve been scripted by Hollywood, you just might catch them discreetly wiping a single, perfectly cinematic tear. They’ll recover quickly—because come on, it’s a party.

13. ENTJ: Nope, Definitely Not Crying

ENTJs are too busy taking charge and managing every detail of the wedding to cry. They’ll likely give a well-rehearsed toast and make sure the event is running like clockwork. If they're the bride's mom, they may get choked up at the thought of their little girl all grown up... but even then, it’ll be a single tear, suppressed before anyone notices. Their inner monologue during the ceremony? “Great execution on those vows—very impressive.”

14. ISTJ: It's Their Allergies

ISTJs  appreciate the structure and meaning behind weddings, but crying? They're not invested enough to get too emotional—unless they’re super close to the couple. If it’s their own child getting married, expect some tears and a stoic-but-sentimental toast. Otherwise, ISTJs are more likely to tear up because of allergies or an unexpected onion in a martini olive.

15. INTJ: No Tears Here

INTJs are already analyzing what the couple’s strengths and weaknesses are as future partners, complete with a detailed SWOT analysis. Tears? Please. That’s a distraction from their real focus, which is identifying the best place to sit so they don’t have to talk to anyone. They appreciate love, sure, but more in a conceptual way than an emotional one. Honestly, consider their RSVP a miracle. Even more miraculous? They might wear something other than their signature black polo and jeans combo—emphasis on “might.”

16. ISTP: Cool as a Cucumber

ISTPs are the least likely to cry at a wedding, and it's not even close. While you could get an INTJ to shed tears in the right circumstances (a Star Wars wedding where the vows are in Klingon), ISTPs just aren’t wired for it. They’re here for the food, drinks and dancing — that all-night free bar seriously is the only reason they agreed to come. But hey, if you need someone to fix the sound system after the DJ blows a speaker, they’re your person. Weddings are to be endured, not cried at.