To honor the star of the hit animated film "Kung Fu Panda," the only giant cub born at a US zoo last year has been named Po.

The three-month-old's new moniker was announced in Atlanta on Tuesday, by actor Jack Black, who provided the furry hero's voice in the movie.

The ceremony followed the Chinese tradition of naming cubs. The proceedings included a dragon dance before a crowd of children wearing panda hats.

Po didn't make an appearance, because he remains in isolation with his mother. He's expected to make his public debut in late March or early April, after learning to walk.