Bledsoe

Bledsoe is an English surname derived from the Old English words “blǣd” meaning “fame” and “sāw” meaning “sea.” It originated as a place name for a village in Wiltshire, England. The Bledsoe family was prominent in colonial Virginia and Tennessee, with notable members including Revolutionary War General Isaac Bledsoe and NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe. Today, the surname can be found throughout the United States and is often associated with leadership and achievement.