Bledsoe

The surname Bledsoe is derived from the Old English words “blǣd” meaning “prosperity” and “sāw” meaning “hill”. It is believed that the name originated in the county of Wiltshire, England, where the Bledsoe family held lands during the Middle Ages. Today, the name can be found across the United States, particularly in the southern states. Notable individuals with the surname Bledsoe include former NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe and American Revolutionary War soldier Isaac Bledsoe.