You Shouldnt Date Anyone This Much Younger Than You, Research Shows. Dating anyone younger than this can cause long-term relationship issues. So, per the rule, a 32-year-old could date a 50-year-old. While this rule has been widely cited, many experts suggest its used as helpful guidance rather than anything concrete

Is it weird to date a girl younger than you?

Its pretty common to date someone whos a few years younger or older than you, and often the age difference is no big deal. An age difference of a few years may not seem like an issue, but things such as expectations, priorities and general interests can change quickly as you get older.