Browser tool

Random Name Picker

Pick a name from a list for a classroom or a group activity.

Up to 100 entries. Duplicate names stay in the draw and each entry has an equal chance. Your list is saved in this browser.

0 entries

Your result appears here.

How to use

  1. Enter one name per line. Empty lines are ignored.
  2. Choose whether to remove selected entries, then spin.
  3. Copy the result or draw again. Reset clears your saved list.

Selection uses Web Crypto with rejection sampling. The animation only presents the result; it does not decide the winner. No list is sent to a server. This is not a certified lottery service.

Common questions

Do duplicate names count twice?

Yes. Each nonempty line is one entry with equal probability. Reset clears the locally saved list.

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