Methods for forming vias are disclosed. The methods include providing a substrate having a first surface and an opposing, second surface. A first opening, a second opening, and a third opening are formed in a substrate such that the first opening, the second opening, and the third opening are in communication with each other. A portion of the first opening, the second opening, and the third opening are filled with a conductive material. Semiconductor devices, including the vias of the present invention, are also disclosed. A method of forming semiconductor components, semiconductor components and assemblies resulting therefrom, and an electronic system, including the vias of the present invention, are further disclosed.