A boy serving in a traditional quinceañera court is called a chambelán.
Chambelanes are male attendants or escorts who may participate in the entrance, formal dances, and other staged parts of the celebration. The celebrant may have one chambelán or several, depending on the family’s chosen format. Their clothing is often coordinated with the quinceañera’s dress and the attire of the other court members.
The court of honor is commonly made up of chambelanes and damas, the corresponding female attendants. Some modern celebrations use mixed groups, fewer attendants, or no formal court at all. These choices reflect local custom, family preference, and the size of the event.
Chambelán should not be confused with quinceañero. Quinceañero can refer to a male celebrating his fifteenth birthday, whereas chambelán describes a role in someone else’s celebration. Padrino means sponsor or godfather-like participant.