Bledsoe

Bledsoe is a surname of English origin. It is believed to have originated from the Old English words “blǣd” meaning “fame” or “glory”, and “sāw” meaning “sea”. The Bledsoe family can be traced back to the 14th century, where they were landowners in Lincolnshire. Today, the surname is most commonly found in the United States. Notable people with the surname Bledsoe include former NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe and American Revolutionary War soldier Isaac Bledsoe.