Studies show that the 4-5 year age gap provides the most stable relationship. Gaps more than 8 to 10 years show higher disillusionment, quarrels and disturbed interpersonal relationships, leading to separation and divorce Bigger age gaps might have worked well for some, but cannot generalise.

Is 8 years difference too much?

The 8-year rule states that you shouldnt date anyone outside of an 8-year age range. I am aware there are possibilities where two people can successfully date with an age gap of more than eight years. Theres a reason we tend to date people who are closer in age.

How many years of age difference is acceptable for marriage?

According to the results of a survey conducted by Nikah Forever, a majority of respondents agreed that between three and five years was an acceptable age gap between a husband and wife. This share was higher among women than men during the survey period.

What is the largest age gap in a marriage?

In what is thought to be the biggest age difference in the world a Somali man married his teenage bride despite a 95 YEAR gap. Ahmed Muhamed Dore, who already had 13 children by five wives, married Safia Abdulleh, when she was just 17-years-old.