The common Spanish term for the male counterpart of a quinceañera celebration is quinceañero.
The word is formed from quince, meaning 15, with the masculine ending -añero. It can describe a boy or young man celebrating his fifteenth birthday in a comparable coming-of-age tradition. In English, the term may be less familiar because quinceañeras have historically received more public attention.
A quinceañero celebration is not governed by one universal format. Some families adapt the same elements used for quinceañeras, such as formal clothing, a court, a religious service, a reception, or symbolic ceremonies. Others create a celebration that reflects the celebrant’s interests and local customs.
The term should not be confused with quinceañera, which conventionally refers to a female celebrant. Both words connect the event to the age of fifteen, while the exact practices depend on family, community, religion, and country.