Text message name shows last name instead of first on iPhone 5S?

I have changed the contacts to be first, last for mail, contacts, calendars but it's still only showing the person's last name in the text message. How do I change it to show the full name or the first name?

Settings -> Mail, Contacts, Calendars
Scroll down to Contacts section

Select short name
Enable short name
Select 'First Name Only' or whatever you prefer.

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