Our random name picker lets you select a winner from any list of names instantly. Paste your list, click the button, and get a fair random result — every name has an equal chance regardless of position in the list.
The winner is highlighted in your name list so you can see at a glance who was selected.
How to use the name picker
01
Paste your list — Type or paste names into the box, one per line. You can add as many as you need.
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Click Pick a Name — The picker will animate through the names and land on a random winner.
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See who won — The winner appears highlighted. Pick again as many times as you like.
Popular uses for a name picker
giveawaysPick a fair winner from everyone who entered
classroomsRandomly call on students without bias
rafflesDraw a name from a hat — digitally
teamsPick a team captain or assign roles randomly
choresRandomly assign tasks among housemates
prizesSelect a random recipient for a reward
Frequently asked questions
Is the selection truly random? +
Yes. Every name has an exactly equal probability. The first and last name are equally likely to be picked.
How many names can I add? +
There is no hard limit. You can paste hundreds of names.
Can the same name be picked twice? +
Yes — each pick is independent. Remove the name from the list to exclude previous winners.
Are my names stored? +
No. Your names never leave your browser and are not sent to our servers.
Is it free? +
Completely free. No login, no registration, no limits.
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