Bledsoe

Bledsoe is a surname of English origin that can be traced back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to have originated from the Old English words “blǣd” meaning “prosperity” and “sāw” meaning “sea”. The name was first recorded in the 13th century in the county of Surrey, England. Today, the name is most commonly found in the United States, where it is often spelled as “Bledsoe”. Notable people with this surname include NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe and historian Anthony Bledsoe.