The plural term commonly used for a group reaching bar or bat mitzvah age is b’nai mitzvah.
B’nai mitzvah is a Hebrew phrase meaning “children of commandment” or “sons of commandment,” depending on translation and grammatical context. In contemporary English, it is often used as a gender-inclusive term for people celebrating a bar mitzvah, bat mitzvah, or a combined group ceremony.
The term is also used for the ceremony, celebration, or educational program connected with the milestone. Some communities use b’nei mitzvah or other spellings, and some prefer separate terms such as bar mitzvah and bat mitzvah. Usage can therefore vary by synagogue and style guide.
The plural label does not change the underlying religious concept. It refers to reaching the age of Jewish religious responsibility, traditionally 13 for boys and 12 for girls in many traditional communities. Modern communities may adapt language and ritual practice to include nonbinary participants.