Name Wheel
About the Name Wheel
The Name Wheel is a fair and random way to pick a name from a list. Perfect for teachers selecting students, choosing winners for giveaways, or deciding who goes first in games.
To use: Enter names (one per line), click "Add Names", then "Spin Wheel" to randomly select a winner. The wheel animation provides a fun and transparent selection process.
How to Use the Name Wheel
Follow these steps to randomly select names from your list:
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Enter Names
Add names to the wheel by typing them in the text box, one per line, or paste a list of names.
Example: Enter student names, contest participants, or team members.
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Customize Options (Optional)
Adjust settings like removing selected names after spinning or changing wheel colors.
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Spin the Wheel
Click the "Spin" button to randomly rotate the wheel and select a name.
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View Selected Name
The winning name will be highlighted and displayed prominently after the wheel stops spinning.
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Continue or Reset
Spin again to select more names, or reset the wheel to start with a fresh list.
Example: When picking teams, spin multiple times without repeats to assign everyone to a team.
Teacher Tip:
Use the Name Wheel to randomly call on students during class discussions to ensure everyone gets a chance to participate. The visual spinning adds excitement and promotes fairness!
Random Name Picker Wheel: Fair Selection Made Fun
Our free online name wheel spinner provides a visually engaging way to randomly select names from any list. Unlike basic random generators, the spinning wheel animation adds transparency and excitement to the selection process, making it perfect for classroom activities, team selection, prize draws, and more.
Whether you're a teacher looking to fairly call on students, an event organizer selecting contest winners, or someone trying to make unbiased group assignments, our name wheel eliminates favoritism and ensures everyone has an equal chance of being selected.
Popular Uses for the Name Wheel
Classroom Selection
Teachers can use the name wheel to randomly select students for answering questions, presentations, or classroom tasks.
Team Selection
Randomly assign team members for group projects or activities without bias.
Prize Draws
Use for transparent and fair random selection of winners in giveaways or contests.
Decision Making
Enter multiple options and let the wheel decide your next movie, restaurant, or activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Name Wheel truly random?
Yes, our Name Wheel uses a cryptographically secure random number generator to ensure each name has an equal chance of being selected. The animated spinning is synchronized with this random selection to provide a fair and visually transparent process.
Can I save my list of names for future use?
Currently, lists are stored in your browser's local storage, so they'll remain available if you use the same device and browser. We're working on adding an export/import feature for more permanent storage options.
How many names can I add to the wheel?
The wheel supports up to 100 names. For larger lists, we recommend breaking them into smaller groups or using our List Picker tool which has higher capacity.
Can I customize the wheel's appearance?
The wheel automatically adjusts its colors for visual clarity based on the number of names. We're developing additional customization options for future updates.
Does the wheel favor certain positions?
No, the Name Wheel is designed to give every name an equal probability of being selected, regardless of its position on the wheel. The spinning animation is purely visual, while the actual selection uses an unbiased random algorithm.
Can I remove names after they're selected?
Yes, after a name is selected, you have the option to remove it from the wheel for subsequent spins. This is useful for activities where each person should only be selected once.