How do I use the Random Name Picker?
Follow these steps to pick a random name from a list of names.
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1. Enter the list of names
Enter your list of names in the Names input. Each name should be on a separate line or separated by a comma.
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2. Configure your settings
Select the Pick Equally checkbox if you want each name to be picked an equal number of times. None of the names in the list will be picked again until all names have been picked.
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3. Start picking names
Click Pick Next to randomly select the first name on the list.
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4. Keep picking names
Click Pick Next again or press the Enter or Space keys on the keyboard to keep picking names from the list.
Why teachers use the Random Name Picker
This tool provides everything you need to randomly and fairly select names from a list, with no payment or login required.
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No payment or login required
All tools on TeachTools are free to use and do not require a username or password.
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Choose names from a list at random
Use this tool to randomly select names from a list one after another.
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Optional equal distribution of names
You have the option of picking each name equally, ensuring that each name is called on before being any are picked again.
When should I use the Random Name Picker?
The random name picker is useful for classrooms, activities, games, and group events of all kinds.
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Classroom activities
Use this tool to call on students randomly during class, and to ensure that each student has an equal opportunity to participate.
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Sporting events
Use this tool to randomly select players for teams or to call on players during sporting events.
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Games
Use this tool to randomly select players for games or to call on players during game play.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions about using the Random Name Picker.
The Random Name Picker is always free to use. No credit card or payment information is required to use this tool.
We do not require a username or password to use the Random Name Picker. No login is required.
There is no limit to the number of names you can enter into the Random Name Picker.
Select the Pick Equally checkbox to ensure that each name is picked an equal number of times. None of the names in the list will be picked again until all names have been picked.
Teach Tools does not store any of your information. None of the information that you enter into the Random Name Picker will be stored any longer than is needed to select the list.