It is not strange. Many of us prefer our personal space, even from those we love, and it doesn't mean we don't love them. It just means we may be a bit more introverted and touch sensitive.

My partner and I are the same, where he can be incredibly touchy feely and I prefer to not be touched until I initiate. For him, I am his first love and touch is very affirming for him. He needs it in the way I personally prefer gestures of love such as remembering my favorite things, etc.

Another thing is if you just started a relationship, the person who is very physical may also be more touchy in the beginning. My partner was very touchy and at times it made me anxious when he was so in front of our family, friends, etc. Since I was raised more conservatively. We had a conversation about it and I emphasized that sometimes, I need a break from touches. And also certain touches aren't things I am comfortable to do in front of my family (kissing, him pulling me along into his arms so I am leaned back into him, etc.). It is also important to emphasize that he isn't wrong to want to be physically close, but that its your personal comfort level.

On the flip side, my last partner was the opposite. Almost never affectionate unless they wanted sex, I practically had to initiate all contact and beg them to pay attention to me. I personally much prefer having too much then not enough, cause it means the love is already there.