Chambelanes is the Spanish word commonly used for the quinceañera’s male attendants.
Chambelanes participate in the court of honor and may escort the honoree during her entrance, formal photographs, and choreographed dances. The singular form is chambelán. The principal escort is often distinguished as the chambelán de honor.
The corresponding female attendants are commonly called damas. Together, the attendants form a ceremonial court, although terminology and customs differ across countries and families. Some celebrations use a mixed group of close friends, while others have no formal court.
The term is sometimes translated loosely as escorts or attendants. It should not be confused with padrinos, who are sponsors or honored adults associated with gifts, expenses, or religious aspects of the event. A person can potentially have either role, but the words describe different functions.