Demidovka

Demidovka is a placename found in several countries, primarily in regions historically associated with Slavic populations. It most commonly refers to:

• Demidovka (Ukraine): A town in Rivne Oblast, Ukraine. It is the administrative center of the Demidovka Raion. It is located in the Volhynia region and has a history dating back centuries. The town's significance lies primarily in its role as a regional administrative and agricultural center.

• Demidovka (Russia): There are also several rural localities (villages, settlements) named Demidovka in Russia, found in various oblasts (regions). These tend to be small, rural settlements, often with an agricultural focus. The specific historical or economic importance of each Russian Demidovka varies depending on its location and regional context. To identify a specific Russian Demidovka, further information regarding its oblast is typically required.

The origin of the name "Demidovka" is likely related to the Slavic given name "Demid" or its variants. The suffix "-ovka" is a common suffix in Slavic languages used to form toponyms (place names) based on personal names or other descriptive terms. Thus, "Demidovka" likely means "the place of Demid" or "belonging to Demid."