Name Spinner Wheel
Add your own names, select which ones appear, and spin for a fair random pick. Perfect for classrooms, team selection, or any group decision. No signup required.
🎯 Name Spinner Wheel 🎯
Add names and spin to pick a winner! ✨
✨ 0 Names Ready! ✨
📝 Enter Names (One Per Line)
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I add names to the wheel?
Click 'Show Settings' to open the name management panel. In the 'Add New Name' section, type a name and click 'Add' or press Enter. The name will automatically be added to your wheel with a random color. You can add unlimited names this way.
Can I edit or delete names?
Yes! You can edit and delete custom names you've added. Click the edit button (✏️) to rename a custom name, or the delete button (🗑️) to remove it. Default names (Alice, Bob, Charlie, etc.) cannot be edited or deleted, but you can unselect them from the wheel.
How do I select which names appear on the wheel?
In the settings panel, you'll see all available names with checkboxes. Click on any name to add or remove it from your wheel. Selected names have a purple background and checkmark. The wheel updates instantly as you make changes.
What are the quick selection buttons for?
The quick buttons save you time: 'Random 8' selects 8 random names for variety, 'Select All' adds every available name, 'Select None' clears your selection to start fresh, and 'Show/Hide Settings' toggles the management panel. These buttons make it easy to quickly set up your wheel.
Can I search for specific names?
Yes! Use the search box in the settings panel to quickly find names. This is especially useful when you have many custom names added. Just type part of the name and the list will filter to show matching results.
Why does the wheel start with 8 random names?
To give you a great starting experience! The wheel automatically selects 8 diverse names from the default collection when you first load the page. This gives you a balanced selection to start spinning right away, while you can always customize it further by adding your own names.
What happens if I don't select any names?
If no names are selected, the wheel will show 'Add Names to Spin!' and won't be clickable. You need at least one name for the wheel to function. Use the 'Random 8' button for a quick start, or manually select names from the settings panel.
How many names can I select at once?
You can select as many names as you want! The wheel automatically adjusts the segment size and text size based on your selection. With more names, segments become smaller but everything remains readable. We recommend 5-20 names for the best visual experience, but the wheel works with any number.
Are my custom names saved?
Your names are temporarily saved in your browser session, so they'll persist while you use the page. However, if you refresh or close the browser, custom names will be lost and you'll start with the default names again. You can quickly re-add your favorite names using the add name feature.
What can I use this name wheel for?
Perfect for classrooms (picking students), games (choosing players), meetings (selecting presenters), chores (assigning tasks), team building (forming groups), or any situation where you need to make a fair random selection from a list of names.