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Wheel of Names: Random Name Picker
A fun, fair, and exciting way to randomly select names for giveaways, classroom activities, team selection, and decision making!
Instant Results
Get random selections in seconds
Truly Random
Fair and unbiased selection every time
For Any Group
Works for classrooms, teams, and events
Trusted by teachers, event organizers, and families
Join thousands of users who rely on our Wheel of Names for fair and fun selections!
How to Use the Wheel of Names
Using our random name picker is simple and intuitive. Follow these easy steps:
1. Add Names
Enter the names of participants in the list or paste them from a spreadsheet
2. Spin the Wheel
Click the "Spin" button or use the keyboard shortcut (Ctrl+Enter)
3. Get Your Winner
The wheel stops on a random name and announces the winner
4. Track History
View previous winners and continue spinning for multiple selections
Pro Tip: You can customize the wheel by adding as many names as you need. The wheel automatically adjusts to accommodate your list!
Powerful Features
Our Wheel of Names comes packed with features to enhance your random selection experience:
Animated Spinning
Enjoy smooth, realistic wheel animations with exciting sound effects that build anticipation
Sound Effects
Toggle sound on/off with satisfying audio feedback when spinning and announcing winners
Colorful Segments
Visually distinct colored segments make it easy to track names on the wheel
Winner History
Keep track of previous winners to ensure fair distribution in multiple selections
Bulk Name Import
Easily add multiple names at once by pasting from spreadsheets or text files
Mobile Friendly
Works perfectly on smartphones and tablets for on-the-go random selections
Popular Use Cases
Discover the many ways our Wheel of Names can be used in different settings:
Classroom Activities
Teachers love using our wheel for:
- Selecting students for class participation
- Assigning classroom jobs or responsibilities
- Creating random groups for projects
- Choosing topics for presentations
Giveaways & Raffles
Perfect for events and promotions:
- Selecting winners for prizes and giveaways
- Running fair and transparent raffles
- Choosing recipients for door prizes
- Social media contest winner selection
Team Building
Enhance group activities with:
- Random team assignments
- Selecting team leaders or captains
- Assigning roles for group projects
- Choosing order of presentations
Decision Making
Let the wheel decide:
- Where to go for lunch or dinner
- Which movie to watch
- What activity to do next
- Who takes on a specific task
Parties & Games
Add excitement to gatherings:
- Selecting players for party games
- Determining turn order
- Assigning Secret Santa participants
- Choosing truth or dare questions
Workplace
Professional applications include:
- Selecting employees for recognition
- Assigning tasks or responsibilities
- Determining meeting presenters
- Choosing lunch order coordinators
Frequently Asked Questions
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