In a traditional quinceañera court, a female attendant is commonly called a dama.
The Spanish word dama means lady, and in this setting it describes one of the young women accompanying the quinceañera. Damas may take part in the entrance, formal presentation, group dances, photographs, and other ceremonial moments. The plural is damas.
The court is sometimes described as a quinceañera’s honor escort or court of honor. Traditionally, it can include damas and chambelanes, but there is no single worldwide format. Families may choose an all-female court, a mixed group, a single escort, or no formal court.
Clothing and choreography also differ. Some courts wear coordinated dresses or suits, while others use outfits selected to match the event’s theme. These variations do not change the basic vocabulary. Dama identifies a common female attendant role, whereas quinceañera identifies the celebrant herself.