What is the symbolic “last doll” presented at some quinceañeras called?

The symbolic “last doll” presented at some quinceañeras is called la última muñeca.

The Spanish phrase means “the last doll.” In this tradition, the celebrant receives a doll representing the childhood she is leaving behind as she enters a more mature stage of life. The presentation may be made by a parent or another close family member during the formal reception.

La última muñeca is one of several optional quinceañera rituals. Families may instead give a different keepsake, and many modern celebrations do not include a doll at all. The symbolism should therefore be understood as a recognized custom rather than a required part of every event.

The ritual can be confused with the changing-of-shoes ceremony because both express transition. They are distinct traditions: the doll refers to childhood and play, while the shoes represent the celebrant’s movement toward young adulthood.