Bledsoe

The surname Bledsoe is of English origin, and is derived from the Old English word “bleda” which means “shed” or “shedder”. The name was likely given to someone who worked as a woodcutter or a forester. It is a relatively uncommon surname, and is most commonly found in the southern United States. Notable people with the surname Bledsoe include retired NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe and American politician Terry Bledsoe.