Type everyone's name and press Draw turn order. The generator shuffles the group fairly and marks who opens first, since that player also gets the final swap.
Choose Classic White Elephant, Yankee Swap or Dirty Santa to show a simple set of rules everyone can follow, and add your gift budget so nobody overspends.
How to use the White Elephant Generator
- Type the players' names, one per line.
- Pick a game style and add a gift budget if you like.
- Press Draw turn order.
- Copy the order or download it as a CSV to share with the group.
White elephant vs Secret Santa
In a white elephant swap, gifts are anonymous and players can steal from each other, so it's a game. In Secret Santa, each person buys for one person they drew in secret. For that, use the Secret Santa generator. Stuck on what to bring? Try the gift ideas generator.
Frequently asked questions
How many people do I need?
At least 3, but it's most fun with 8 to 20 players.
What does the first player get?
Player 1 opens first with nothing to steal, so in most rules they get one last chance to swap at the end.
Can I change the rules?
Yes. The rules shown are a simple starting point. Agree any changes, such as the steal limit, before you start.