Random Name Picker

Pick random winners from a list of names

Paste names into the left box — one per line — set how many winners to draw, and click Pick Winners. The tool uses a Fisher-Yates shuffle seeded with the Web Crypto API, so every draw is truly random and every name has an equal chance. Winners are always unique; no name appears twice in a single draw. Nothing is sent to a server.

This tool is useful for giveaways, classroom random calling, sprint retrospective facilitators, raffle draws, and any situation where fairness and auditability matter. You can copy the result to paste into a chat or document for the record.

FAQ

Can a name be picked twice? No. Each draw produces unique winners. Duplicates in the input list are treated as separate entries.

What if I request more winners than names? The count is automatically clamped to the number of valid names, so you always get a full list of unique winners.

Are blank lines counted? No. Blank lines and whitespace-only lines are ignored before the draw.