The usual Spanish term for a male member of a quinceañera’s court of honor is chambelán.
A chambelán may accompany the honoree during formal entrances, photographs, dances, and other parts of the celebration. The court can include friends, relatives, or classmates, and its size and composition vary widely. Some families use a mixed-gender court, while others do not have one at all.
The term is regional and may have spelling or pronunciation variations in different communities. Chambelanes are sometimes described in English as escorts, but the role is ceremonial rather than necessarily romantic. The honoree’s court usually supports the choreography and formal presentation of the event.
The term padrino is a common source of confusion. A padrino is generally a sponsor or godparent-like supporter, not the standard name for a male court member. Local vocabulary can differ, but chambelán is the widely recognized term in quinceañera descriptions.