Bledsoe

The surname Bledsoe is of English origin and has various spellings including Bledsaw, Bledshaw, and Bledso. The name likely originated from a place called Bledisloe in Gloucestershire. It is believed that the Bledsoe family migrated to America in the 17th century, with the first known Bledsoe being William Bledsoe, who settled in Virginia in 1650. Today, the surname Bledsoe can be found throughout the United States and is associated with individuals who are hardworking and community-oriented.