Bledsoe

The surname Bledsoe is of English origin and is derived from the Old English words “bl?d” meaning “blood” and “saga” meaning “to suck or drain.” This suggests that the name may have originally been a nickname for a bloodthirsty or ruthless individual. The name is most commonly found in the United States, particularly in the southern states. Notable individuals with the surname Bledsoe include retired NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe and American historian Albert Taylor Bledsoe.