Bledsoe

Bledsoe is an English surname with uncertain origins. It is believed to have originated from a place called Bletsoe in Bedfordshire or from the Old English words “blēd” meaning “blood” and “sāw” meaning “a place of slaughter.” The name is associated with various notable individuals, including former NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe and American Revolutionary War soldier Anthony Bledsoe. Today, the surname Bledsoe can be found throughout the United States and has become a part of many families’ histories and legacies.