Allikad

Allikad is a placename in Estonia. The term is derived from the Estonian word allikas, meaning spring or water source, and the plural form allikad is used for several localities. As a toponym, Allikad typically indicates the presence of springs or a notable water source near the settlement.

There are multiple small rural settlements in Estonia that bear the name Allikad, located in different counties and municipalities. These communities are generally modest in size and are integrated into larger administrative units, such as parishes or municipalities, within their respective counties. Like many Estonian villages, Allikad settlements are commonly situated in agricultural or mixed landscapes, often with proximity to forests, fields, and bodies of water.

Historical context shows that the word allikas has long been part of Estonian toponymy, and place names formed from it appear in records dating back centuries. In contemporary administration, changes from the 2017 municipal reform affected many small villages, including those named Allikad, by aligning them with broader municipalities rather than functioning as independent units.

Because Allikad is a common place name rather than a single, uniquely identified location, specifying the county or municipality is necessary when referring to a particular Allikad. The name reflects a natural feature—springs—that historically guided settlement and land use in the region.

See also: Allikas (root term) and related toponyms formed from water-source terminology.