They found 55 percent of people fall in love for the first time between the ages of 15 and 18…. But first, check out the latest episode of Bustle Sex and Relationships podcast, I Want It That Way: 20 Percent First Fall In Love Between 19-21. 8 Percent First Fall In Love Between 22-25.

Can you love at age 12?

Its perfectly normal for boys and girls to start liking each other during the preteen years. Its very new, so it might feel awkward or strange. Its also fine if kids feel too young to get involved in this lovey-dovey stuff. The good news is that almost all kids think girls and boys can be friends.