What Spanish name is commonly used for the quinceañera’s group of attendants?

Corte de honor is the Spanish name commonly used for a quinceañera’s group of attendants.

The phrase literally means “court of honor.” Its members traditionally accompany the quinceañera during formal parts of the celebration, including the entrance, choreographed dances, photographs, and sometimes the religious service.

A court may include young women, young men, or a mixed group. The size is not fixed, and families choose participants according to local custom, available relatives, and personal preference. Individual attendants may have separate titles, but the collective group is the corte de honor.

The term should not be confused with the quinceañera herself or with the reception’s guests. Contemporary celebrations often make the court less formal, and some families omit it entirely while retaining other traditional elements.