In a quinceañera, what is the formal name for the group accompanying the celebrant?

In a quinceañera, the group accompanying the celebrant is commonly called the court of honor.

The court of honor is a group of relatives or friends selected by the quinceañera. Depending on regional custom, it may include young women, young men, or a mixed group. Members may participate in the entrance, formal photographs, dances, or other parts of the program.

The court is not a legal body and does not have one fixed size. A family may choose a large court for an elaborate event or a small group for a simpler celebration. Older traditions often used gendered titles for court members, while contemporary celebrations may use more flexible arrangements. The court should also be distinguished from the celebrant’s sponsors, whose role is typically connected with supporting the ceremony or its expenses rather than simply appearing as members of the court.