Random Name Picker & Team Maker
Pick a student fairly, make teams in one click or get a random order.
About the Name Picker
A simple classroom utility for fair turn-taking. Paste your class list, then pick a student, split the class into balanced teams or create a random speaking order. Names stay in your browser; nothing is saved or sent anywhere.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are names saved?
No. Names are not stored or uploaded. If you close the page, the list is gone, so keep a copy of your class list handy to paste.
Is the pick really random?
Yes. Each name has the same chance. Tick Don't pick the same name twice to make sure everyone gets a turn before names repeat.
How are teams made?
The list is shuffled and names are dealt into teams one by one, so team sizes differ by at most one student.
Teacher's guide to Name Picker & Teams
This random name picker and team generator is a quick way to choose a student fairly, make balanced groups or create a random order. Paste your class list, press a button and show the result on the board. Names stay in your browser and are never stored.
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How to use it
- Paste your class list, one name per line or separated by commas.
- Press Pick a name for one student, Make teams to split the class, or Random order for a speaking order.
- Tick Don't pick the same name twice so everyone gets a turn.
- Print the teams or the order if you need a copy.
Classroom ideas
- Use it to choose who reads next without favouritism.
- Make fresh groups for every activity so students work with different partners.
- Use Random order to schedule presentations.
Class activities that use this tool
- Fair Groups in Two Minutes 10 min · Make balanced, fresh groups quickly so students work with different classmates, without any arguments.
- Equal Turns with the Name Picker 10 min · Use a random picker so that every student gets a turn to answer, read or share, and nobody is overlooked.
- Friday Puzzle Challenge 35 min · A weekly team competition where groups earn points on several quick puzzles, building stamina and friendly rivalry.
Common questions about the name picker & teams
How do I randomly pick a student?
Paste the class list and press Pick a name. Tick Don't pick the same name twice so everyone gets a turn.
How do I make random groups?
Press Make teams, choose the number of teams or students per team, and the list is dealt into balanced groups.
Are student names stored?
No. Names are not saved or uploaded, and disappear when you close the page.
Can I print the teams?
Yes. Press Print after making teams.