Ison is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'he will hear'. It is a variant spelling of the name Isaac, which shares its derivation and significance. The name gained prominence through the biblical figure Isaac, the son of Abraham and Sarah. In recent years, Ison has been increasingly used as a given name, often favored for its distinctive sound and spelling.
The name Ison has seen fluctuating popularity over the past century, with a notable spike in recent years. Between 2003 and 2014, there were 96 births, more than doubling the total from 1922 to 2002 (12 births). The most popular year for the name was 2013, with 17 births. However, it seems that popularity has declined slightly since then, with only 8 births in 2017 and 5 in 2020.