Alphabetize a list of random first names

In Word for Windows, a one-level list of names can be alphabetized directly:

1. Type or paste the 20 names as a single bulleted or numbered list (each name on its own line).
2. Select the entire list of names.
3. On the Home tab, select Sort.
4. In the Sort Text dialog:
   • Set Sort by to Paragraphs.
   • Set Type to Text.
   • Choose Ascending to sort A to Z.
5. Select OK.

The list will be reordered alphabetically by first name.

References:

• Sort a list alphabetically in Word