The Spanish word for a godmother or sponsor who may help provide quinceañera items is madrina.
Madrina literally means “godmother,” and in quinceañera customs it can describe a woman who sponsors part of the event. She may help provide clothing, decorations, jewelry, flowers, or another ceremonial item, depending on the family’s arrangement.
A male sponsor is commonly called a padrino. Sponsors may be relatives, friends, or members of a religious community, and their role can be practical, ceremonial, or both.
Madrina is not the same as dama. A dama is a female member of the court of honor, while a madrina is a sponsor or godmother. Some celebrations include one role, both roles, or neither.