Bledsoe

Bledsoe is a surname with roots in England and Scotland. It is derived from the Old English words “bleo” and “sceaga”, which mean “pale” and “wood”, respectively. The name was first recorded in the 13th century in Lincolnshire, England. Notable individuals with the surname Bledsoe include retired NBA player Eric Bledsoe and American football quarterback Drew Bledsoe. The name has also been used in popular culture, such as in the TV series “Justified” where the main character is named Raylan Givens, but his mother’s maiden name is Bledsoe.