Random Name Picker
Paste your list and pick one name, several names, or put the whole list in a random order. Use the wheel to show the pick, or Instant pick for a quick result.
Entries
8One entry per line. Paste a whole list — up to 1,000.
Remove the winner after each spin
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How to use the random name picker
- 1Paste your list: One name per line. Remove duplicates with one click.
- 2Choose how to pick: Spin the wheel, Instant pick (no animation), or Random order for the whole list.
- 3Copy the result: Copy the winner or the full random order to paste into a chat or a sheet.
Random order: draw the whole list
Random order shuffles every name with a fair shuffle (Fisher–Yates with secure randomness) and numbers them 1 to N. Use it to set presentation order, a speaking queue or a turn order for a game.
Wheel or instant pick?
| Use | Best for |
|---|---|
| Spin the wheel | When people are watching and you want a fair, visible pick |
| Instant pick | When you need a name fast, many times in a row |
| Random order | When everyone gets a turn and only the order matters |
Short answers
Is the random order fair?
Yes. Every possible order has the same chance. It uses a Fisher–Yates shuffle with your browser's secure random numbers.
Can I pick without repeats?
Yes. Keep "Remove the winner" on, or use Random order, which never repeats a name.
Do you keep my list?
No. The list stays in your browser. It's only in a link if you copy a share link yourself.
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