Perhaps the most influential person from a global perspective is David Hume (philosopher) or Adam Smith (economist). From the perspective of Scottish history, Robert the Bruce or William Wallace have been very influential.In modern times, it is probably Alex Salmond.If you want to make a suggestion about who should be in list (or who shouldnât) you can leave a comment below. 1.rom the perspective of Scottish history, Robert the Bruce or William Wallace have been very influential. In modern times, it is probably Alex Salmond. If you want to make a suggestion about who should be in list (or who shouldnât) you can leave a comment below. 1.