In a traditional quinceañera, a male member of the ceremonial court is called a chambelán.
The word comes from Spanish and is commonly used for a male escort or attendant in the quinceañera court. The celebrant may have one chambelán, several chambelanes, or a larger court that includes both male and female attendants.
The court often participates in the entrance, formal choreography, photographs, and other symbolic parts of the celebration. Terminology varies by country and family, so some communities use English words such as escort or gentleman of honor instead.
A chambelán should not be confused with a padrino. A padrino is generally a sponsor or godparent who may help provide financial or ceremonial support, while the chambelán is primarily part of the celebrant’s court.