A doll is traditionally presented at some quinceañeras to symbolize the end of childhood.
The ritual is often called the presentation of the last doll. A younger sibling or another child may receive the doll from the quinceañera, representing the passage of childhood interests and responsibilities to the next generation. The exact ceremony differs among families.
This custom is not universal. Some families replace the doll with another meaningful gift, adapt the ritual to the honoree's personality, or leave it out entirely. Its presence depends on local tradition, family history, and the style of the event.
The doll presentation is one of several symbolic quinceañera practices alongside the changing of shoes, a tiara presentation, and ceremonial dances. These rituals express a transition, but they do not create a formal legal status.