What Spanish phrase names the “last doll” traditionally presented at a quinceañera?

The Spanish phrase última muñeca names the “last doll” traditionally presented at a quinceañera.

Última muñeca means “last doll.” In the associated ritual, the quinceañera receives a doll as a symbol of leaving childhood behind while entering a more mature stage of life. The presentation may be made by a parent, relative, or another significant person.

The custom is symbolic rather than mandatory. Some families include it alongside the shoe change, while others choose different gifts or ceremonies. Regional practice, family history, religion, and personal taste all influence which traditions appear at a celebration.

The last doll should not be confused with a quinceañera’s decorative cake topper or with an ordinary birthday present. Its traditional meaning comes from the transition symbolism attached to the fifteenth birthday.