Bledsoe

Bledsoe is a surname with English origins, derived from the Old English words “blǣd” meaning “fame” and “sǣ” meaning “sea”. It was originally a locational surname for those who lived near a body of water. The name has been recorded in various spellings throughout history, including Bledso, Bledsaw, and Bledshaw. Notable individuals with the surname Bledsoe include retired NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe and American Revolutionary War soldier Isaac Bledsoe. Today, the surname Bledsoe can be found around the world, particularly in the United States.