Bledsoe

Bledsoe is a surname of English origin. It is derived from the Old English words “blǣd,” meaning “fame,” and “sāw,” meaning “sea.” The name was originally given to people who lived near the sea and were well-known or famous. Today, the name Bledsoe can be found primarily in the United States, particularly in the southern states. Notable people with the surname Bledsoe include NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe and musician and civil rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer, whose maiden name was Bledsoe.