# Random name picker: pick a person at random

A name picker wheel (also called random name selector) picks one person from your list at random, visibly for everyone. It's the classic tool for classrooms, raffles and meetings: paste the names, spin the wheel, done.

## When to use a name picker

- **In class**: decide who answers or goes to the board without always picking the same students.
- **In raffles**: draw a verifiable winner among participants.
- **In meetings**: assign tasks, speaking turns or presentations.
- **In games**: pair people up, set turn order or decide who goes first.

## How it works

1. Create a wheel and type the names as options (2 minimum, no duplicates).
2. Hit SPIN: the server draws the winner with weighted probability.
3. Share the link: anyone can spin the same wheel from their device.

## Why this name picker?

Unlike other selectors, the result isn't computed by the browser but by the server: nobody can rig the draw. It's also free, needs no sign-up and has no spin limits beyond fair use (30/min).

### Can I draw several winners without repeats?

Yes: duplicate the wheel, remove the winner and spin again.

### How many names does it take?

Up to 50 options per wheel.

### Where are the names stored?

The wheel lives on the server; your list of wheels stays in your browser.

Related: [wheel for teachers](/en/for-teachers) and [giveaway picker](/en/giveaway-picker).