The female members of a quinceañera’s court are usually called damas.
Damas is the Spanish plural of dama, meaning “ladies.” In a traditional court of honor, the damas accompany the quinceañera during formal entrances, photographs, presentations, and choreographed portions of the reception. They are often close relatives or friends of the celebrant.
A court may also include male escorts, commonly called chambelanes. The size and composition of the court vary considerably. Some celebrations use a large, balanced court, while others include only a few attendants or omit a court altogether.
Damas should not be confused with madrinas. Madrinas are female sponsors or supporters, whereas damas are attendants in the formal court. English-language descriptions sometimes translate damas as “maids” or “ladies,” but the Spanish term remains common in bilingual celebrations.