Kirovka

Kirovka is a toponym used for several inhabited localities in the former Soviet Union, most often in Russia. The name is derived from Sergei Kirov, a prominent Soviet political figure, with the feminine suffix -ka forming a typical place-name ending. As a result, numerous rural settlements were named Kirovka during the 20th century, and some continue to appear in official registries as villages (selo) or small settlements within districts or rural municipalities.

In Russia, Kirovka designates multiple rural localities spread across various regions. The exact status and administrative alignment of each Kirovka can vary, with some serving as independent villages and others as part of larger municipal formations. Population sizes are generally modest, reflecting agrarian or local-resource-based economies typical of rural communities.

Beyond Russia, other post-Soviet states have employed the same naming practice, resulting in additional localities bearing the name Kirovka. Over time, administrative reforms and renaming initiatives may have altered or consolidated some of these designations, so current information should be confirmed in official geographical or administrative sources.

Not to be confused with similarly named places such as Kirov, Kirovsky, or Kirovo, Kirovka remains a relatively common rural toponym rather than a single, large urban center. For precise identification, the specific region or district is required.