A female member of a traditional quinceañera court is commonly called a dama.
The word dama means “lady” in Spanish, and damas may accompany the celebrant during the entrance, formal dances, photographs, and other public parts of the event. Their coordinated dresses often complement the quinceañera’s gown without making them the visual focus of the celebration.
A court may include both damas and chambelanes, although arrangements differ widely. Some families choose a large court, some choose only a few attendants, and others do not have a court at all. The word dama should not be confused with madrina, which usually refers to a sponsor or honored adult connected with a particular part of the celebration. Likewise, reina means “queen” and is not the standard title for every female attendant. These distinctions help explain why quinceañera vocabulary can vary between regions and families.