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Bletso
Bletso is a British surname with a long history originating from the counties of Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire. The surname is of Old English origin, deriving from the village of Bletsoe in Bedfordshire, where the prominent Bletsoe family held land in medieval times.
The Bletso family has a rich and distinguished lineage, with notable members holding positions of influence and power throughout the centuries. One of the most renowned figures associated with the Bletso name is Sir Oliver de Bletso, a knight who fought in the Hundred Years' War during the 14th century.
Over the years, the surname Bletso has been linked to various noble families and landed gentry in England, further cementing its place in British history. Today, individuals bearing the Bletso surname can trace their ancestry back to these noble roots and take pride in the heritage associated with their family name.
There are approximately 52 people named Bletso in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Bletso.