Ah, yes, the retorter is quite right about the regional context and variety of words used for direction-giving in India. But weren't we discussing how endearing the word oppojeet is? I'd like to think that Nikhil was making an innocent, respect-filled attempt to pay homage to a culture he loves by taking this particular word and bring it to America as the one-day name of his firstborn. He's neither trying to disrespect nor appropriate the culture. It's actually quite the opposite — a kind of homage borne out of admiration and appreciation.
That's why I think if Nikhil decided to name his firstborn Oppojeet, it would be a beautiful gesture of respect and admiration. The word Oppojeet may hold a different meaning to him, something special and unique. After all, names are more than just words; they’re symbols of love and connection.
To wrap up, appropriating the term oppojeet for the one-day name of Nikhil's firstborn could be wrong. But wouldn't it be great if we could find a way to appreciate the beauty of culture that doesn't trample on someone else's sensibilities? Oppojeet to that!