Random Name Picker
The Draw
The hat is full. HitPick a name to draw.
How many to pick
About this tool
The random name picker chooses a name from your list fairly and instantly. Paste in the names, choose how many to draw, and tap — ideal for picking who's next in class, selecting volunteers or drawing names from a hat.
How to use it
- Paste or type the names, one per line.
- Choose how many to pick.
- Tap Pick — names are drawn with a fair shuffle.
- Optionally remove picked names and draw again.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I use it to pick a raffle or giveaway winner?
- Yes — paste every entrant, pick one, and the drawn name is your random winner. For a spinning version, try the Name Wheel.
- Is the result truly random?
- Yes. Every outcome uses your browser's cryptographically secure randomness, so it is unbiased and unpredictable — just for fun.
- Can I draw more than one name?
- Yes — set how many to pick and the tool draws that many unique names at once.
- Is it free and private?
- Completely free, no sign-up. Everything runs in your browser, so nothing you type is uploaded.