In a traditional quinceañera court of honor, a female attendant is usually called a dama. The Spanish word means “lady,” and damas commonly participate in the formal entrance, choreography, or dances.
The court may include damas and chambelanes, although its size and composition vary. Some celebrations use an all-female court, an all-male court, a mixed court, or no formal court at all.
A dama is an attendant, not the quinceañera herself. The quinceañera is the person being honored, while the members of the court support the presentation and may rehearse a choreographed dance with her.
Madrina means godmother or sponsor and describes a role held by an adult supporter, not normally a court attendant. Chambelán generally identifies a male escort, making it the corresponding contrasting term in many descriptions.