The name Friday means Day Of Frigga and is of American origin. Friday is name that's been used by parents who are considering unisex or non-gendered baby names--baby names that can be used for any gender.

Old English meaning "Day of Frigga," named after the Germanic goddess Frigga, wife of Odin. Frigga was the goddess of married love.

Hotel for Dogs. Friday is also a main character in the novel Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe. Crusoe names the man Friday because they first meet on that day. The Defoe character is the inspiration for the expression "Man Friday" or "Girl Friday," used to describe an assistant who is particularly competent or loyal.