The male attendants in a quinceañera court are usually called chambelanes.
A quinceañera court commonly includes the celebrant and a group of attendants. Female attendants are often called damas, while male attendants are called chambelanes. The court may participate in a formal entrance, choreographed dances, or other parts of the reception.
The size and composition of the court vary greatly. Some families choose a large court, while others include only a few friends or relatives. Contemporary celebrations may also use mixed-gender groups or skip the court altogether. These variations reflect changing family preferences rather than a fixed rule.
Chambelanes are sometimes confused with padrinos. Padrinos are sponsors or honored godparents who may help provide items or services for the celebration; they are not simply the male dance attendants. The terms describe different roles in many traditional arrangements.