The 'If I Had One' meme originates from the classic Nickelodeon animated series The Fairly OddParents, specifically the Season 2 episode 'It's a Wishful Life.' In this scene, Timmy Turner's father, Mr. Turner, shows off an empty pedestal where he would display a trophy—if he actually owned one. The joke highlights his intense rivalry with his neighbor, Dinkleberg, who seemingly wins everything. Since its rise on sites like Reddit and Tumblr, the template has evolved into a universal symbol for expressing lack, desire, or frustration over things that are missing in one's life, from financial stability to a decent sleep schedule.