What is the traditional ceremonial group accompanying a quinceañera called in Spanish?

The traditional ceremonial group accompanying a quinceañera is called the corte de honor.

The phrase means “court of honor” and refers to the young people who participate formally alongside the celebrant. Depending on family custom, the court may include girls called damas, boys called chambelanes, or a mixed group. Members commonly coordinate their clothing and take part in the entrance, formal photographs, and choreographed presentation.

The court is not the same as the padrinos. Padrinos are sponsors or supportive adults, while the corte de honor is the visible ceremonial party. Customs vary considerably by country, family, religion, and modern preference, so some contemporary quinceañeras use a smaller court or omit one entirely.

The term is often translated into English as “court of honor,” but the Spanish name remains common in invitations and planning materials.