Old Norman is a historical dialect of the Norman language, which originated in the Normandy region of France. It developed from the Old Norse language brought by Viking settlers in the 9th century and was influenced by Old French. Old Norman was spoken primarily in the northern parts of France and parts of the Channel Islands. This dialect played a significant role in the history of the English language after the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. It contributed many words and phrases to English, especially in law, art, and governance. Today, Old Norman is considered a part of the linguistic heritage of the region, though it is no longer widely spoken.