Bledsoe

Bledsoe is a surname of English origin. The name is derived from the Old English words “bleth” and “sceaga”, meaning “clearing in a blue wood”. The Bledsoe family can be traced back to medieval times and has been prominent in American history. Notable Bledsoes include NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe and American revolutionary soldier Anthony Bledsoe. Today, the Bledsoe surname is relatively rare, with only a few thousand individuals carrying the name worldwide.