The traditional male members of a quinceañera’s court of honor are called chambelanes.
A chambelán is commonly translated as “chamberlain,” though in quinceañera practice the word refers to a male attendant or escort. Chambelanes take part in formal presentations, group photographs, and choreographed dances. The plural form is chambelanes.
A court of honor often combines chambelanes with damas, the female attendants. However, contemporary families may change the composition, use mixed-gender groups, or skip a court entirely. There is no single required number of attendants for every quinceañera.
Chambelán is also distinct from padrino. A padrino is a male sponsor or godfather who may contribute money, goods, or organizational help. A chambelán’s defining role is participation as an attendant in the public celebration.