How large a list can I use?

Any size list works — from just a handful of names to a large group.

Can I pick multiple winners at once instead of just one?

Yes, you can typically select more than one name if you need multiple winners or selections from the same list.

Is the selection process truly unbiased?

Yes, every name in the list has an equal chance of being selected, with no manual influence over the outcome.

Does Random Name Picker upload my files to a server?

No. Random Name Picker runs entirely in your browser using on-device processing, your files never leave your device.

Random Name Picker

Pick a random name from a list, for giveaways or team selection.

Runs in your browser

Names (one per line)

About this tool

Picking a name randomly and fairly from a list — for a giveaway winner, team selection, choosing who goes first — needs to actually be random, not influenced by whoever's doing the picking, even unconsciously. This tool picks a random name from a list, giving you a genuinely unbiased selection for giveaways or team selection instead of a pick that might look influenced.

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