Roll call, giveaways, and same-result links
Read on this device only. Up to 1 MiB and 10,000 names.
Parsed 8 / Unique 8
The list is processed in the browser. Same-result links can include the list, rules, and result, so review sensitive names before sharing.
For different odds, turn on weights and adjust each item.
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Advanced
Open advanced controls only if you need extra setup before the draw.
Start from a real scenario
Pick a scenario and load the list, count, and rules together.
Roll call, giveaways, and same-result links
Start from a classroom, giveaway, shortlist, or team-captain scenario. A shared result link reopens the same result, but does not prove the organizer avoided rerolling and may contain the list, rules, and result.
Task loop
Each tool now explains what to prepare, how to avoid common failure states, and what to do after the result.
Clean empty lines, duplicates, and sensitive names before the draw starts.
Use the simplest mode first; open advanced rules only when the task really needs them.
Copy the right link, reuse the setup, or continue into the next tool without rebuilding the list.
Common task phrases
Empty and error states
If the input is empty or the range is invalid, fix the setup before adding more options.
Mobile and accessibility
The primary path stays readable on phones and keeps keyboard and screen-reader order predictable.
Result links and privacy
A result link can reopen the same draw but does not prove there was no reroll, and shared links may contain names or rules.
Continue from here
Use the same task context to move into a related tool instead of starting over.
Advanced notes (collapsed by default)
Collapsed by default. Open it only when you need deeper control.
How do I import names from Excel or Google Sheets?
Export the sheet as CSV first, then choose the CSV or a TXT list in the import dialog. Select the column containing names or entries. Skip the first row only if it is a heading, check the preview and entry count, then apply the list. You can also paste one complete name per line.
Does importing a list upload the file?
The file is read and the list is processed in your browser. Sharing a result is a separate action: a result link may include the participant list, rules, and result. Review the names before sharing the link.
When should I use this instead of the wheel spinner?
Use this page when you already have a list and want the fastest possible draw. Switch to the wheel when the reveal itself matters to the audience.
Can I draw more than one name without repeats?
Yes. Turn on no-repeat mode and increase the number of winners or selected names for a clean multi-pick flow.
Can I share the same result from this page?
Yes. The shared link keeps the current locale URL and restores the same result with the same settings.
When should I use Random Name Picker?
Use it when you need roll call, giveaway winners, meeting speakers, and fast list-based draws. Pick one or more names from a list for classrooms, giveaways, or shortlist finals. No repeats and weighted picks supported.
Practical guide
Use these notes to get a cleaner result faster and move to the right next step.
Best for fast list-based draws where the result matters more than the reveal.
A small amount of list hygiene improves both fairness and readability.
Treat the output as part of a workflow, not as a dead end.