Random Name Picker
Pick a random winner from any list.
Classrooms, raffles and giveaways need visibly fair draws — cryptographic randomness delivers.
How to use
- Paste names, one per line.
- Click Pick a winner — suspense included.
- Enable elimination mode for multi-round draws.
About this tool
Elimination mode removes each winner so nobody wins twice.
Names never leave your browser.
How it works
The picker gives every name an equal chance with a single uniform random draw — no weighting, no favoritism. With n names, each has exactly 1/n probability of being chosen.
For multiple winners it draws without replacement, like dealing cards, so the same person cannot win twice in one round. Your list never leaves the browser, which matters for classroom or workplace use.
Worked examples
Classroom: Pick which of 30 students presents first — visibly fair, no accusations of favoritism.
Giveaway: Draw 5 winners from 2,000 entries without replacement.
Frequently asked questions
Is the draw fair?
Yes — crypto.getRandomValues gives each entry an equal chance.
What is elimination mode?
Winners are removed from the list, ideal for drawing multiple distinct winners.
Are names uploaded?
No — 100% local.
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