Dama is the Spanish term commonly used for a female attendant in a quinceañera’s court.
The plural is damas, and the group may form part of the corte de honor, or court of honor. Damas often participate in the formal entrance, the vals, photographs, and other ceremonial activities. Their dresses are frequently coordinated, although styles vary widely between families and regions.
The male attendants are commonly called chambelanes. That distinction is a traditional vocabulary point, but contemporary celebrations do not always organize the court strictly by gender. A family may invite friends of different genders, choose a small group, or skip attendants entirely.
Dama should not be confused with madrina. A madrina is a sponsor or honored adult who may help provide an item, service, or financial support; she is not simply the Spanish word for a female court member. Terminology and roles can differ across countries and families.