A female court attendant in quinceañera terminology is commonly called a dama.
Damas are members of the quinceañera’s court of honor. They may enter with the celebrant, pose for formal photographs, take part in a choreographed presentation, and join other ceremonial activities. The celebrant usually chooses friends, relatives, or siblings for these roles.
Traditional courts often combine damas with male attendants called chambelanes. However, there is no single worldwide rule for the number of attendants, their clothing, or their duties. Families frequently adapt the court to the venue, budget, religion, community, and preferences of the young woman being celebrated.
Dama can also be translated broadly as “lady,” so context matters. In a quinceañera program, it identifies a female member of the ceremonial court, not necessarily a sponsor, family elder, or member of the clergy. Modern celebrations may use different titles or include attendants without following the older gendered arrangement.