The female attendants in a quinceañera’s court are called damas.
Damas is Spanish for “ladies,” and the term identifies the girls or young women who accompany the quinceañera. They commonly participate in the formal entrance, group photographs, ceremonial dances, and the reception program. The court may include both damas and male attendants, depending on the family’s chosen format.
The number and age of the attendants are not fixed worldwide. Some celebrations use a large court, while others use only a few friends or relatives. Modern families may also choose a mixed-gender group or dispense with a court altogether.
Damas should not be confused with madrinas or padrinos. Those terms generally refer to adult sponsors or honorary supporters, often connected with specific items or expenses. Terminology can vary regionally, but damas is the standard plural label for female members of the court.