Random Team Generator

How to use the random team generator

1. Paste or type your names — one per line works best, but commas work too. Tip: press Ctrl+Enter (Cmd+Enter on Mac) to generate instantly.
2. Pick a split mode — choose a fixed number of teams (e.g. 4 teams) or a fixed team size (e.g. 5 people per team).
3. Click Generate Teams — your shuffled, evenly-balanced teams appear below. Don't like the result? Hit Shuffle Again for a fresh random split.
4. Copy and share — use Copy Results to paste the teams into an email, chat, or slide deck.

Popular ways to use it

• Teachers: split a class into project groups, lab partners, or reading circles in seconds.
• Coaches: draft balanced practice squads or scrimmage teams before every session.
• Organizers: break workshop attendees into discussion groups without the awkward "pick your own team" moment.

Quick answers

How do I randomly split a list of names into teams?

Paste your names one per line, choose the number of teams (or a fixed team size), and click Generate Teams. The tool shuffles the list with the Fisher–Yates algorithm and deals names out round-robin, so teams end up as even as possible — sizes differ by at most one person.

What is the fairest way to split teams?

A random draw is the fairest neutral method: no bias toward friends, favorites, or skill levels. If you also want balanced skill, generate random teams first and then swap one or two people — it's faster than drafting by hand, and everyone accepts the result because the starting point was impartial.

How many teams should I make?

As a rule of thumb, aim for 4–6 people per team for discussions and class projects, and full squads for sports. If the headcount doesn't divide evenly, don't worry — the generator handles it automatically and keeps teams within one person of each other.

Frequently asked questions