Bledsoe

The surname Bledsoe originated in England and is derived from the Old English words “blod” meaning blood and “saga” meaning a story or tale. The name was likely originally given to someone who was a storyteller or had a reputation for bravery in battle. Today, Bledsoe is a relatively uncommon surname, but can be found primarily in the United States. Notable individuals with the surname Bledsoe include former NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe and historian Albert Taylor Bledsoe.