Our Random State Generator instantly picks authentic state and province names from countries like the USA, Canada and Australia to spark your creativity.
What is the Random State Generator?
The Random State Generator is a straightforward, web-based utility designed to eliminate bias when selecting geographic regions. Instead of trying to think of a state off the top of your head (which usually leads to picking the most popular ones like California or New York), this tool uses an algorithm to pull from a comprehensive database of sub-national entities. It provides the specific state name alongside its corresponding country, ensuring you know exactly where that location is on the globe. It’s a favorite resource for developers filling out dummy data, teachers creating geography quizzes, or writers looking for a setting for their next scene.
How to Use Random State Generator
Using this tool is incredibly simple. Just follow these three steps:
- Choose Quantity: Locate the input box labeled “Number of states.” Type in how many different results you need (e.g., 5, 10, or just 1).
- Click Generate: Hit the dark blue “Generate” button.
- Copy Results: The tool will instantly display cards for each state. If you need to paste a specific state name into another document, simply click the “Copy” button located inside that state’s card.
Example
Here is what happens when you use the tool. Let’s say you want to generate 3 random locations:
- Input: You enter “3” in the “Number of states” box and hit Generate.
- Result:
- Victoria (Australia)
- Kansas (USA)
- Ohio (USA)
You can then click the “Copy” button on any of these cards to instantly save the name to your clipboard.
Does this tool only generate US states?
No! While it includes all 50 US states (like Kansas, Ohio, and Tennessee), it also pulls from international databases, including Australian states like Victoria, giving you a truly global variety.
Full List of Supported States & Regions
| State / Region Name | Country |
|---|---|
| Alabama | USA |
| Alaska | USA |
| Arizona | USA |
| Arkansas | USA |
| California | USA |
| Colorado | USA |
| Connecticut | USA |
| Delaware | USA |
| Florida | USA |
| Georgia | USA |
| Hawaii | USA |
| Idaho | USA |
| Illinois | USA |
| Indiana | USA |
| Iowa | USA |
| Kansas | USA |
| Kentucky | USA |
| Louisiana | USA |
| Maine | USA |
| Maryland | USA |
| Massachusetts | USA |
| Michigan | USA |
| Minnesota | USA |
| Mississippi | USA |
| Missouri | USA |
| Montana | USA |
| Nebraska | USA |
| Nevada | USA |
| New Hampshire | USA |
| New Jersey | USA |
| New Mexico | USA |
| New York | USA |
| North Carolina | USA |
| North Dakota | USA |
| Ohio | USA |
| Oklahoma | USA |
| Oregon | USA |
| Pennsylvania | USA |
| Rhode Island | USA |
| South Carolina | USA |
| South Dakota | USA |
| Tennessee | USA |
| Texas | USA |
| Utah | USA |
| Vermont | USA |
| Virginia | USA |
| Washington | USA |
| West Virginia | USA |
| Wisconsin | USA |
| Wyoming | USA |
| Ontario | Canada |
| Quebec | Canada |
| British Columbia | Canada |
| Alberta | Canada |
| Manitoba | Canada |
| Saskatchewan | Canada |
| Nova Scotia | Canada |
| New Brunswick | Canada |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | Canada |
| Prince Edward Island | Canada |
| New South Wales | Australia |
| Victoria | Australia |
| Queensland | Australia |
| Western Australia | Australia |
| South Australia | Australia |
| Tasmania | Australia |
| Northern Territory | Australia |
| Australian Capital Territory | Australia |