Bledsoe

Bledsoe is an English surname derived from the Old English words “blǣd” meaning “prosperity” and “sǣ” meaning “sea.” The name has been traced back to 13th century England and was originally spelled “Bletso.” Notable people with the surname Bledsoe include former NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe and American Revolutionary War soldier Isaac Bledsoe. Today, the surname Bledsoe can be found primarily in the United States, particularly in the southern states where the Bledsoe family played a prominent role in the early history of Tennessee.