Chambelanes is a Spanish name often used for the male attendants in a quinceañera’s court of honor.
Chambelanes commonly accompany the quinceañera during her entrance, formal photographs, and choreographed dances. In some communities, they are also called escortes, while the female attendants are often called damas.
The word and its use are regional rather than globally standardized. Some families use “boys,” “escorts,” or another local term, and many modern celebrations do not follow a gendered court structure at all.
Chambelanes are also distinct from padrinos. Padrinos are sponsors or honored supporters who may contribute to expenses or ceremonial items. A chambelán’s main role is usually participation in the court and its public presentation.