Italian couple not allowed to name son 'Friday'

An Italian court has barred an Italian couple from naming their newborn son 'Friday.' The Italian court stated that no "ridiculous or shameful" name shall be given to any child which may cause him being teased or abused later on.

The couple said that they liked the 'Robinson Crusoe' character and wanted to name their son 'Friday' though he was born on a Sunday.

The court decided that the name 'Friday' shall not be used and suggested using 'Gregorio' instead. But the couple are considering appealing against the High court.