Random Name Picker Wheel
Use this free random name picker to spin the wheel and choose a name for games, classroom turns, or homeschool activities in seconds.
Random Name Picker
How to Use the Random Name Picker
Using the wheel spinner is simple and works for both kids and adults:
- Enter your list of names – Add participants, students, or family members into the text box. You can include as few as two names or as many as you like.
- Spin the wheel – Click the wheel to set it spinning. The colorful segments will rotate just like a real wheel of names.
- See who it lands on – The arrow will stop on one participant’s name, showing the random winner or the next person to go.
- Play again – Keep all the names on the wheel, or remove winners as you go for games and group activities.
This tool is designed with kids in mind, so it’s perfect for:
- Classroom participation – Pick which student answers first.
- Homeschool activities – Decide who reads aloud, who starts a game, or who picks the next lesson.
- Family fun – Spin to see who chooses dinner, a movie, or a chore.
No downloads, no sign-ups, just a quick, fair way to choose from any list of names.
What to Use the Wheel Spinner For
Every family or classroom will find new ways to spin the wheel. Here are some fun uses (with links to more activities):
Classroom or Homeschool Turn-Taking – No more arguments about who goes first. Perfect for activities like our alphabet scavenger hunt printable or alphabet bingo.
Board Game Helper – Struggling to decide who starts? Use the wheel to make it fair before diving into family favorites. Check out our favorite board games.
Chore Picker – Let the wheel decide who sets the table, folds laundry, or tidies the playroom. Works great alongside our printable chore charts.
Story or Activity Starter – Spin for who chooses the next book, song, or art project. Try it with our alphabet coloring pages.
Giveaways & Rewards – In co-op groups or family nights, spin to pick small prizes or treats. You could even combine it with our printable memory games for extra fun.
FAQ About the Random Name Picker Wheel
Yes. Each spin is powered by a random calculation, so the outcome can’t be predicted or rigged.
As many as you like, from just 2 names up to unlimited entries.
Definitely. You can project it, screen share, or cast it, and the wheel works great for group play in classrooms or homeschool co-ops.
Nope! The tool runs directly in your browser. No downloads, installs, or sign-ups are required.
Your data is safe, the names you enter are never stored or sent to a server. Everything runs locally in your browser, so you can use it with confidence at home, in the classroom, or on a shared device.
Yes. The random name picker works seamlessly on desktop, tablet, and mobile. You can use it on your phone during a homeschool day, cast it onto a TV for group play, or project it in a classroom setting. No extra setup needed.
Try Our Other Free Generator
If you liked this Random Name Generator, you might also enjoy our Random Letter Generator, perfect for alphabet games, scavenger hunts, and fun classroom activities.
I love this random name picker! Its super easy to use and has saved me so much time deciding who goes first in homeschool activities. The spinning wheel is fun for the kids, and its great that I dont have to sign up or download anything. We use it for everything from turn-taking to chore selection. The fact that its private and works on all my devices is a huge plus. Highly recommend this for any family or classroom!
Thanks so much, Donna! I’m glad the wheel’s been such a help for chores and turn-taking. It makes me happy to hear it’s working well for your homeschool.
Clare