Random Name Picker
The Random Name Picker is a free wheel for picking students fairly. Paste your class list, spin the wheel, and remove each winner as you go. Names never leave your browser.
Random Name Picker
Free wheel of names, no signup
Add 2 to 50 names. The wheel spins right in your browser, nothing is uploaded or tracked. Project it on your classroom screen for maximum excitement.
How to use the name picker wheel
- Paste your student names into the list, one per line.
- Click Spin and watch the wheel choose a name.
- Remove the winner to avoid picking the same student twice.
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Frequently asked questions
How many names can I add to the wheel?
You can paste a full class list. There is no fixed limit, and longer lists spin just as smoothly.
Can I remove the winner after each spin?
Yes. Remove each picked name so every student gets a fair turn.
Is the name picker truly random?
Yes. Each spin uses your browser’s random number generator, so every name has an equal chance.
Are student names uploaded or stored anywhere?
No. Everything runs locally in your browser. Nothing is uploaded, recorded, or stored on our servers.
Can I use the wheel on a smartboard or projector?
Yes. It works in any modern browser, including smartboards and interactive whiteboards.