Bledsoe

Bledsoe is a surname with English origins that dates back to the 14th century. It is believed to have been derived from a place called Bletsoe in Bedfordshire, England. The name has also been linked to the Old English word “blith” meaning happy or cheerful. Today, the Bledsoe surname is relatively uncommon but can still be found in parts of the United States and Canada. Notable individuals with the Bledsoe surname include American football player Drew Bledsoe and American historian Albert Taylor Bledsoe.