About the wheel of names
The Wheel of Names is a colourful spinning wheel that picks a random name or option for you. Type in your list, give it a spin, and the pointer lands on a random winner — a fun, fair and visual way to make a choice. Use it for giveaways, classroom participation, picking who goes first, or any random decision. It runs entirely in your browser.
How Wheel of Names works
How to use the wheel
- Type your entries in the box, one per line.
- Click Spin (or click the wheel itself).
- The wheel spins and slows to a stop; the entry under the top pointer is the winner.
Fair and random
Each spin uses a fresh random angle, so every entry has an equal chance regardless of where it sits on the wheel. Turn on "Remove the winner after each spin" to draw multiple unique names — handy for raffles and turn order.
Great for groups
Put it on a screen for a class, team or stream and let the wheel make the call — it is more fun and feels fairer than picking by hand.
Common uses
- Pick a random winner for a giveaway
- Choose who goes first in a game
- Select a random student to answer
- Decide where to eat or what to do
- Draw names for Secret Santa or raffles
- Randomly assign tasks or turns
- Break a tie fairly
- Add fun to a class, meeting or stream
Frequently asked questions
How does the wheel pick a winner?
Each spin chooses a random stopping angle, so the entry under the top pointer is selected with equal odds for everyone.
How many names can I add?
As many as you like — the labels shrink to fit, though a few dozen stays the most readable.
Can I remove a winner after spinning?
Yes — tick the option to remove the winner automatically, so you can draw several unique names.
Is it truly random?
Yes — every spin uses a fresh random angle, giving all entries an equal chance.
Is anything saved or uploaded?
No — the wheel runs entirely in your browser; nothing is stored or sent anywhere.
Can I spin by clicking the wheel?
Yes — click the Spin button or the wheel itself.
Does it work on mobile and big screens?
Yes — it scales to any screen, so it works on phones and presentation displays.
Is it free?
Yes — completely free with no sign-up.