If we look in the connectors chapter of RS Components catalog and specifically in production line items, DEB may find what he may be looking for.
However now a days no one is using such items.sometimes in 1980 to 95 they were used in communication equipments. It is aimed at frequently soldering locations in order to prevent PCB damage. Even a berg pin stick can be used for the same purpose, by cutting additional lead length.
P S: Yes , it is called component header. these are under RS Component Stock Nos 402-658,-664,-670,-686,-692 for 14,16,20,24 and 40 pins respectively.