The Spanish masculine term commonly used for a boy celebrating his 15th birthday in a quinceañera-style event is quinceañero.
Quinceañera is the feminine form traditionally associated with a girl’s 15th-birthday celebration, while quinceañero can describe a male celebrant. The masculine form is also used in some communities for a boy’s analogous coming-of-age party, although such celebrations are less standardized and less widespread than quinceañeras.
The word should not be confused with chambelán. A chambelán is generally a male escort or member of the ceremonial court, not the person whose 15th birthday is being celebrated. Padrino means godfather or sponsor and refers to a supporting adult, not necessarily the celebrant.
Language and practice vary across Spanish-speaking countries and among Latino communities abroad. Families may use quinceañero, adapt the traditional format, or create a gender-neutral celebration.