Bledsoe

Bledsoe is an English surname of uncertain origin. It is believed to have originated from a place name, possibly Bledisloe in Gloucestershire, or from a personal name such as Bleda or Blitha. The earliest recorded instance of the surname dates back to the 13th century. Notable individuals with the surname Bledsoe include retired NBA player Eric Bledsoe and American football player Drew Bledsoe. The surname has also been used in popular culture, such as in the TV series “The Vampire Diaries” where one of the main characters is named Caroline Forbes-Bledsoe.