The Eldar and Tau refer to humans as mon-keigh and gue'la. Seeing as how we are apes, it is no wonder they call us monkeys and gorilla. (Note: this is the Eldar term for all "lesser" sentient species.)

Demiurge, as we have heard, are a race of space fairing miners. The name can be found in several older religions as a creator deity. One who created the physical universe and mans bodies, souls came from another source. A better explanation and definition is found in ancient Greek where it meant an artisan or craftsman.

In an old WH40K compendium they mention an action that took place on a planet called Minogue K. Makes you wonder if there was a Kylie Minogue fan at GW.

The Emperor’s palace is situated on what is currently Nottingham, Eng. This is where the headquarters for Games Workshop is currently.

Genetor Quincus who was the techno magus that did the autopsy from cursed founding article in White Dwarf 260 may be named for the TV character Quincy. The show was called Quincy, M.E and about a medical examiner.