Historical FigureAmerican1898 – 1926
Hymie Weiss
North Side Gang leader during Prohibition, Chicago organized crime
Biography
Polish-American gangster and crime boss who led the North Side Gang in Chicago during the Prohibition era. He was known for his violent conflicts with Al Capone's organization.
Quick Facts
Category
Historical Figure
Nationality
American
Born
1898
Died
1926
Thinking about the name
Hymie
Hebrew origin
“A warm, affectionate diminutive of Hyman/Hymen, derived from Hebrew Chaim meaning 'life,' Hymie carries Yiddish cultural warmth and familiarity. The -ie ending gives it a friendly, personable quality while honoring Jewish heritage and the meaningful root concept.”