Bledsoe

Bledsoe is a surname of English origin, believed to be derived from the Old English words “bleoh” and “scae,” meaning “pale” and “shaded,” respectively. The name was originally a locational name for someone who lived near a pale or limit in a wooded area. Over time, it became a hereditary surname passed down through generations. Notable people with the surname Bledsoe include retired NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe and American politician Barbara Bledsoe.