The girls in a quinceañera’s court of honor are traditionally called damas.
Damas is the Spanish plural of dama, meaning lady. These attendants commonly accompany the quinceañera during the formal entrance and may take part in rehearsed dances or ceremonial presentations.
The court’s exact structure is flexible. Some celebrations include both damas and chambelanes, while others choose only one type of attendant or use a mixed group without emphasizing traditional titles.
Damas should not be confused with madrinas. Madrinas are usually godmothers or sponsors who may help provide clothing, accessories, or other parts of the celebration; they are not simply the female members of the court.