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Scientific studies on human sex ratios (secondary sex ratio) have occasionally highlighted correlations between parental age and the likelihood of conceiving a boy or a girl. Some datasets suggest that older fathers are slightly more likely to father sons due to chromosomal viability, while other models focus on the age gap between partners.

This tool references a matrix of 1000 statistical data points (simulated from general demographic trends) to map your specific age combination to a historical probability. It provides a dry, data-driven alternative to folklore methods.

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Formulas

The calculator approximates the ratio R (boys : girls) using a logistic function of the age gap Δ:

Δ = Agedad Agemom

Ratios are normalized against the natural human baseline of 105 boys per 100 girls.

Reference Data

FactorTrend DescriptionReference
Paternal Age > 35Slight increase in male birthsDemographic Analysis
Maternal Age > 35Slight increase in female birthsClinical Obs.
Age Gap (Father >> Mother)Higher male probabilityLiverpool Univ. Study (Cited)
Age Gap (Mother > Father)Neutral / Slight female biasGeneral Stats
Stress FactorsStress lowers male ratioPopulation Studies

Frequently Asked Questions

Not exactly. The natural human sex ratio at birth is approximately 105 males for every 100 females. Nature slightly favors boys to offset higher infant mortality rates in males.
Sperm quality changes with age. Some studies suggest older fathers carry more Y-chromosome sperm that successfully fertilize, though the effect is statistically small.
This tool uses a simulated dataset modeled after demographic trends observed in Western Europe and North America over the last 50 years.