A male celebrating his fifteenth birthday in a quinceañera-style celebration is traditionally called a quinceañero.
The Spanish word quinceañero is the masculine counterpart to quinceañera. Both terms derive from quince, meaning fifteen, and refer to the young person reaching this ceremonial milestone. In English-language discussions, quinceañera is often used broadly for the celebration itself, even when the honoree is male.
The custom is practiced in many Latin American communities and among families of Latin American heritage around the world. Its details vary by country, region, religion, and family. A quinceañero may take part in a formal religious service, a presentation to family and community, special clothing, symbolic gifts, and a reception.
The term should not be confused with padrino, which means a sponsor or godfather, or chambelán, which can refer to a male member of the honoree’s court. Those roles belong to the ceremony; quinceañero identifies the celebrant.