Bledsoe

Bledsoe is an American surname with roots in English and Scottish ancestry. The name is believed to have originated from a village in Wiltshire, England called Bledisloe, which means “bloody ditch.” Another theory is that it comes from the Scottish Gaelic word “blathais,” meaning “warmth” or “heat.” Notable Bledsoes include former NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe and American Revolutionary War soldier Isaac Bledsoe. The surname has also been the subject of various literary works, including novels and poetry.