Random Name Picker Wheel

Pick a name, fairly and with some drama

Teachers, hosts, streamers and managers all need a fair way to choose someone. This wheel makes the draw visible and fun while keeping the result genuinely random.

Spin the wheel

1. Type or paste names into the box, one per line. A sample list is loaded so you can try it straight away.
2. Press Spin. The wheel turns for a few seconds and slows to a stop under the pointer at the top.
3. The winner appears below the wheel with a copy button. Recent winners are listed underneath.

Tick Ignore duplicate names if the same person might appear twice in your paste. Switch on Offer to remove the winner to get a button that deletes the winner from the list, perfect for raffles with several prizes or for taking turns.

Split into teams

Switch to Team splitter, choose how many teams you want and press Make teams. Names are shuffled and dealt in turn, so the teams are as even as possible. Press the button again for a new split and use Copy teams to paste the result into chat or a document.

Tips for fair draws

• Check the count shown next to "Names" to be sure everyone is on the list.
• If you need an audit trail, copy the winner after each spin.
• For a draw that needs witnesses, share your screen and let the group watch the wheel.
• Odd results happen: with random picks, the same name can win twice in a row when winners are not removed.

Privacy

The list is saved in your browser only, so it is there next time. It never leaves your device, and clearing site data removes it. The wheel is drawn on a flat canvas with plain 2D rotation, so it runs smoothly even on older phones.