Bledsoe

The surname Bledsoe has a long history in America, with its origins tracing back to English settlers in the 17th century. The name is believed to derive from the Old English words “blod” and “saw,” meaning “bloody valley.” One notable bearer of the name was Anthony Bledsoe, a pioneer and frontiersman who played a key role in the settlement of Kentucky. Today, the Bledsoe name can be found throughout the United States, with many descendants of the original settlers carrying on the family legacy.