Bledsoe

Bledsoe is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English words “blæd” meaning “fame” and “sæ” meaning “sea.” It is believed to have originated in the county of Surrey in the southeast of England. The name is primarily found in the United States, particularly in the southern states. Notable individuals with the surname Bledsoe include former NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe and American politician Jesse Bledsoe. The name has also been used in popular culture, such as in the TV show “The Vampire Diaries” where a character named Caroline Forbes is revealed to have the maiden name Bledsoe.