The quinceañera’s male dance attendant is commonly called a chambelán.
A chambelán is traditionally a young man who belongs to the quinceañera’s court of honor. He may accompany her during the entrance, participate in a formal waltz, and appear in staged photographs. The Spanish term is especially familiar in Mexican and some other Latin American traditions, although regional vocabulary differs.
A court can contain several chambelanes, often paired with damas, the female attendants. Some celebrations use a mixed group, a smaller court, or no court at all. These choices reflect family preference rather than a universal rule.
Chambelán should not be confused with padrino. A padrino is generally an adult sponsor or godfather-like supporter, while a chambelán is an attendant who participates in the ceremonial presentation and dance. In contemporary celebrations, the role may be filled by a sibling, cousin, friend, or other person chosen by the honoree.