Sea World unveils Inuit-inspired name for polar bear cub

An online poll has determined the name of the Sea World's new polar bear cub.

Named Mishka, the three-and-a-half month old cub's name is Inuit for "little bear",  and was one of four options put forward by the Gold Coast theme park.

Almost 30,000 people voted, with the four options reflecting the Inuit and Russian heritages of the cub's parents.

Sea World's Polar Bear Shores supervisor Tacha Mulligan said Mishka is growing in size and confidence.

"Mishka is a great name for the adorable little cub as it has heritage in both the Russian and Inuit cultures which ties in nicely to her parents Liya and Hudson," Ms Mulligan said.

"The cub is becoming quite the inquisitive little bear and the name Mishka really suits her personality which is starting to be displayed as she explores her home."

Recently the bear has begun exploring a custom-built outdoor area alongside her mother, interacting with solid foods, toys and playing in shaved ice.

It is anticipated the cub will make her public debut next month.